Welcome to Proper Job
DEVON’S LEADING COMMUNITY RE-USE CENTRE
Proper Job’s vision is of a protected and preserved natural environment with local
people taking positive action to reduce waste. Resources are conserved and the
community is healthier and more resilient.
Launched in 1995, Proper Job is one of the UK’s first community reuse centres
nestled on the northeast edge of Dartmoor in Devon. We are a Charity that aims to
reduce the wasteful disposal of materials through education. Useful items and
materials are processed and displayed for sale in an Aladdin’s cave of pre-loved
treasures.
Everything from baths, crockery and clothes to garden furniture and building
materials can be bought by you at a fraction of their original cost, meaning you not
only save money but also go some way to leading a more environmentally friendly
lifestyle.
Our Mission is to
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Promote Waste Reduction
by advancing the education of the public about all
aspects of waste generation and promoting reduce, reuse, recycle through events
and workshops.
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Conserve The Natural Environment
by promoting and advancing
education to protect and preserve the local natural environment. Enabling and
encouraging composting thereby, increasing biodiversity and improving local soil
health.
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Provide a service
by maintaining and running a community resource centre and
shop improving the facilities and infrastructure to support our growing service users.
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Build A Sustainable Community
by providing meaningful employment and
volunteering opportunities. Supporting local people to be more resourceful and
achieve positive environmental, social and economic impact.
Recent News
Opening Sundays Starting Sunday 5th May
Following the great feedback we had last year, we have decided to start our Sunday openings from the first bank holiday in May (Sunday 5th). Please help to make this a success and spread the word. Opening times : 11am...
Local PAT Testing Service For Small Electricals
Are you looking to ensure the safety of your electrical equipment for your home or to increase the saleability of your items? £4 per item (items must be brought to the yard)Contact us today to make an...
Thanks to players of the People’s Postcode Lottery
Proper Job has received £25,000 from the Postcode Local Trust to install a solar energy system that powers the Resource Centre and provides a demonstration site to promote the benefits of renewable energy to the local...