We love fashion, but its environmental impact is destroying our planet and causing suffering to many of the workers who make our clothes.

At Royal Trinity Hospice we are here to make shopping preloved fashion enjoyable, welcoming and accessible to everyone in London and beyond. Last year we saved 360,000 items from landfill by rehoming them within our wonderful community, whilst also raising funds for the core work of the hospice. 

What does a repair volunteer do?

We are looking for creative and innovative volunteers to join our Renewal Lab! 

Trinity's Renewal Lab is a creative hub where garments are given a new lease of life, ready to be reloved again and again. Textiles that are damaged, ripped, worn, or have other flaws, are repaired or upcycled into new pieces, ready to be sold in our shops.

How much time will I need to commit?

This role is flexible and can fit in around your existing commitments. We are looking for volunteers who can give at least 2 hours per week to help repair and upcycle garments.

This role can be completed at our retail head office in Balham, at one of our Trinity charity shops, or at home.

What are we looking for?

• Excellent sewing, upcycling or textile repair skills
• Creativity and innovation
• The ability to think outside the box and come up with solutions
• The ability to work under your own motivation
• An interest in sustainability and circular fashion
• Enthusiasm and motivation

What are the benefits of this role?

• A creative and rewarding outlet for your talents
• A chance to use the skills you have and develop new ones
• The opportunity to be part of Trinity's mission to be London's answer to sustainable fashion
• The opportunity to support Trinity and make a difference in the local community
• The opportunity to gain volunteering experience for your CV

Contact details and how to apply

Please complete the online application form below to apply.

If you have any questions about your application, please contact [email protected]

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Each appropriate applicant will be asked to attend an informal interview. If successful, we will then take up two references and you will required to complete some online training before get started.

We do not want you to be out of pocket through volunteering. We will reimburse reasonable travel expenses where relevant.