Sorting Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Bradford
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Warehouse & Distribution
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Sorting donated clothing Identifying sellable items Familiarity with online resale platforms (Vinted, eBay, Depop) Physical stamina and heavy lifting Teamwork and communication Data recording and basic record-keeping Health and safety compliance Forklift operation (desirable)

FULL DESCRIPTION

Sorting Operative

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – Bradford

Full-time, Permanent – National Minimum Wage

THE ORGANISATION

Established in 2001, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a UK-based international relief and development charity. Inspired by the Islamic teachings of empathy, generosity and selflessness, the trust aims to alleviate poverty and suffering across the world, and also ensuring that the rights of those who are neglected and oppressed are fulfilled by providing sustainable development solutions relating to shelter, education, health, and spiritual wellbeing. Knowing that we are all ultimately accountable to the Almighty, the charity strives to maintain transparency and accountability, and as such the charity also has a full and transparent audit trail from the donor to the beneficiary. To find out more about the organisation please visit our website on: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

THE ROLE

We are seeking reliable and hardworking individuals to join our team as Used Clothing Sorting Operatives. The role involves sorting donated clothing and textiles to identify items suitable for resale in our charity shops and online resale platforms, helping to support our charitable mission and promote reuse and sustainability.

MAIN DUTIES

  • Sort through donated used clothing and textiles efficiently and accurately
  • Identify and separate sellable items from non-sellable or recyclable goods
  • Recognise clothing and accessories with potential value for online resale platforms such as Vinted, eBay, Depop, and similar marketplaces
  • Handle, lift, and manoeuvre bags, boxes, and containers of donated goods
  • Record basic details and data related to stock, quality, or volumes processed
  • Work cooperatively as part of a team to meet daily and weekly targets
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
  • Follow health and safety procedures at all times

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience: Previous experience in warehouse work, logistics, or the used clothing/recycling industry (Desirable), Forklift truck licence (Desirable), Familiarity with online resale platforms (e.g. Vinted, eBay, Depop) (Desirable). Skills/Abilities: Ability to manoeuvre stock by hand and lift heavy loads for sustained periods (Essential), Hardworking, reliable, and able to work at a consistent pace (Essential), Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines during busy periods (Essential), Excellent communication skills and able to work well in a team (Essential), Take pride in delivering an excellent service (Essential), Basic ability to record information accurately and maintain simple records (Essential). Other: Personal conduct and delivery of work should comply with the values and culture of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (Essential), Previous experience in warehouse work, logistics, or the used clothing/recycling industry (Desirable), Occasionally adapt working hours to meet the requirements of the organisation (Essential), Hold a valid UK driving license (Desirable), Residing in Bradford or in the nearby regions (Desirable). This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

HOW TO APPLY

The closing date for applications is 1st June, 2026, although the position may close sooner if the right candidate is found. To apply for this role, please email your CV and Covering Letter to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Please ensure that you address how you satisfy each of the criteria in the person specification in your covering letter. For more information or discussion about the role please contact: [contact hidden]

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