Volunteer

Give your time. Change lives.

Volunteering at the hospital shop with The Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital is a rewarding way to support your community, meet new people, and make a real difference.

We are looking for volunteers to join our friendly and dedicated team at the hospital shop – full training and support will be provided.

Our shop is situated opposite the main Urgent Treatment Centre waiting area at the hospital. We depend on a team of volunteers to enable the shop to remain open every day of the week, including weekends.

If you are able to spare a few hours a week on a regular basis, or even just to provide occasional cover while volunteers are on holiday we would love to hear from you.

Volunteer smiling behind the counter of the hospital shop
Volunteer holding a jar of Seville orange marmalade in the hospital shop

Why volunteer with us?

Our shop volunteers are essential.

They help us:

  • Run the hospital shop
  • Support fundraising events
  • Raise awareness in the community

Without volunteers, our hospital shop simply wouldn’t exist.

What you’ll gain

Volunteering at the hospital shop offers more than giving back:

  • Meet friendly, like-minded people
  • Build confidence and skills
  • Stay active and engaged
  • Feel a real sense of purpose

Whether you can give a few hours a week or occasional help — it all matters.

Smiling volunteer in a red tabard at the hospital shop
Smiling volunteer at the hospital shop counter in front of hand-knitted baby cardigans

Who can volunteer?

We welcome people of all backgrounds, including:

  • Retired individuals
  • Professionals
  • Anyone wanting to give back locally

Visit our excellent hospital shop

We operate the hospital shop to benefit patients, staff and visitors. The shop also contributes much-needed funds to our projects to

We sell various items, including sandwiches, healthy snacks and drinks, toys, and stationery. We also sell our beautiful Christmas cards and other Yuletide items during the festive season.

Volunteer serving a customer at the hospital shop counter

Become a volunteer and make a difference today

Please complete the form below to express your interest in becoming a shop volunteer and we will get back to you with more information, or email us

Thank you!

Volunteer Form