Meet / Join The Team
We have both always been heavily involved in local village life and are working hard to bring the community shop dream to life. We enjoy working alongside our volunteers and greatly appreciate their contribution.
Welcome to our New(ish) Shop Manager. In June we were delighted to announce the appointment of Jenni-Sue Freeland as the new Shop Manager. This was a new exciting chapter for our community hub. Jenni-Sue, (or JS as she is known), is a resident of the village, and came to us with a wealth of experience in hospitality management and a passion for community engagement. She is committed to enhancing the shopping experience while maintaining the friendly, welcoming atmosphere that our shop is known for.
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At the time of the announcement JS shared her excitement about the new role: “I am honoured to be joining the Siop Llangors Shop team. Llangors village has always had a sense of community, but the shop and coffee shop enhances that, and brings the wider community together. I am looking forward to working with all the volunteers and customers and build on the shop’s success.
JS is supported by her fantastic team of staff and volunteers.
Members of the Shop Management Committee
We are the Volunteer Management Team. There is a good chance that you will have met at least one of us prior to joining as a volunteer. We are here to help so please contact any one of us if you need any more information about volunteering and we can send you our Welcome Pack or if needed the Store Handbook.
ROSEMARY SNOWDEN – CHAIR
Moved to Llangors 11 years ago after living in France for 4 years. She is a retire driving instructor running her own instructing business. Previous employment of 18 years was in the regulatory sector working for the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) overseeing regulations governing commercial and private aviation.
ALAN WILLIAMS – TREASURER
After graduating from Imperial College, London Alan trained as an accountant and is a Fellow Member of both CIMA & ACCA. Also did an MBA with the Open University. Recently retired from working for Powys Health Board as a Business Partner Accountant. Also, treasurer of Llanfihangel Village Hall.
ROBERT EAST
Born and bred in Llangors, Robert has been a University law lecturer for over 40 years, working at a number of universities, including the University of South Wales, Cardiff University and the Open University. He is a retired Senior Lecturer in Law at the University of the West of England in Bristol.
COLIN PREECE
With 42 years’ service within the Electricity Distribution Industry, Colin is now self-employed, advising on Health and Safety matters and managing environmental projects. He is actively involved in various local groups, including many years’ experience as a Community Councillor.
TONY RAIKES
Tony is a Chartered Civil Engineer and spent 38 years working in the Construction and Facilities Management industries, both in the UK and abroad. As part of his business training, he also completed an MBA with the Open University. Tony spent much of his childhood in the Llangors area and has continued to visit regularly after he moved away. Tony has recently moved back to live permanently in Llangasty.
Thinking of joining the team? Get in touch and become a volunteer!
– Get In Touch –Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What If I decide I don’t like volunteering?
A. There is no long term commitment and you can stop at any time, but we would ask that you give us as much notice as possible.
Q. I haven’t got much knowledge of computers. Is it difficult to operate the till?
A. You won’t need any special skills, you’ll be given lots of help and support to learn and you won’t be left alone to operate the till until you feel confident enough.
Q. Can I choose what tasks I do?
A. We’d like all our volunteers to be trained on all the day to day tasks as it gives us more flexibility. However, on your shift you can express a preference and divide tasks with your fellow volunteer to suit you both as much as possible.
Q. Will I be alone in the shop?
A. No, all shifts will have at least one other person working in the shop.
Q. Can I work with a friend?
A. Friends or a couple can certainly work together. Sometimes it can be a great help to work with a familiar face if you are a little nervous.
Q. What if my circumstances change and I can’t do regular shifts?
A. We will have a list of standby volunteers who could help out during staff shortages due to sickness or holidays for example and you could join that list.
Q. Will I have an apron?
A. You will have something to identify you as a volunteer, but it hasn’t been decided yet whether it will be a badge, tee shirt or apron.