OXFAM SHOP VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM ABOUT YOU Full name Address Postcode Home telephone

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If you have ticked yes, please give details Your availability (please tick as appropriate)

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REFEREES (Examples could include: a previous manager, support worker, landlord, tutor or another volunteer) Full name

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EMERGENCY CONTACT Full name

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A) Oxfam welcomes volunteer applicants with a wide range of abilities for the skills they bring. We aim to create a positive environment that enables all volunteers to realise their full potential. In order that we can consider any appropriate adjustments to the volunteer environment and better support you in your role, please give details below of any disabilities or health issues (e.g. bad back).

B) Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, do you have any unspent criminal convictions? If you have ticked yes, please summarise the details below. Having a conviction will not necessarily stop you from volunteering, but will need to be taken into consideration when assessing your suitability.

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C) Do you deal in or sell second-hand goods? This includes online selling such as eBay. This will not necessarily stop you from volunteering with Oxfam, however, if you have ticked yes, the shop manager may ask you to complete a separate form.

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D) What age group do you fall into? Oxfam shops accept volunteer applications from individuals who are 14 years of age or older.

14-16 yrs

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E) Are you entitled to volunteer within the UK? If you are from the UK, you are free to volunteer. The majority of European Union (EU) citizens are free to volunteer within the UK. For those from outside the EU you need to check that your visa allows you to volunteer. We advise that you contact the UK Borders and Immigration Agency to find out about your eligibility to volunteer. Oxfam may ask to see documentation proving your eligibility to volunteer within the UK. Oxfam is unable to sponsor volunteer visas.

18 yrs and over

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DATA PROTECTION Your details will be kept in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. They will be held securely and confidentially. They will only be accessed by authorised individuals. I declare the information I have provided is true. Signed Date

WHAT NOW? Please put this form into the envelope provided, and drop it off at the Oxfam shop. A member of the shop team will then be in contact with you to arrange a time for you to come in and chat about your application.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR APPLICATION FOR MANAGER’S USE ONLY The shop manager may make notes in this section, during an initial chat with you. This is to ensure that Oxfam is able to offer you a volunteering experience which suits your needs.