Assistant Shop Manager

Cats Protection; Thornton; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading cat welfare charity in Cleveleys is looking for a dedicated retail assistant to support shop operations and boost income. You will act as a brand ambassador and assist in managing the shop while motivating both employees and volunteers. Previous experience in retail and understanding of sales targets are preferred. This is a permanent part-time role with various benefits, including health benefits and annual leave. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Benefits

Range of health benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Salary Finance for financial wellbeing

Qualifications

• Demonstrable learning and experience from working in a relevant retail environment.
• Experience and/or understanding of working to sales targets.
• Experience of cash reconciliation and financial controls.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team of employees and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Shop Manager to maximize shop income and profitability.
• Act as brand ambassador for the charity.
• Take responsibility for shop operations in the absence of the Shop Manager.

Skills

Experience in a relevant retail environment

Understanding of sales targets

Cash reconciliation and financial controls

Ability to manage a team

Job description

Team:

Retail

Location:

Cleveleys

Work Pattern:

14 hours on a rota basis (to include weekends)

Salary:

Up to £8,977.77 per annum

Contract:

Permanent

We are the UKs largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities

• To assist the Shop Manager to maximise shop income and profitability through the safe day-to-day operational management of shop activity and key performance indicators, to support the work of Cats Protection
• To act as brand ambassador for Cats protection, being a role model for the values and behaviours of the Charity, taking responsibility for the shop operation in the absence of the Shop Manager.

About the retail team

Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops.

Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that ‘must have’ item or simply a ‘missing piece’.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable learning and experience from working in a relevant retail environment
• Experience and / or understanding of working to sales targets
• Experience of cash reconciliation and financial controls
• Ability to motivate and manage a team of employees and volunteers

Benefits

• range of health benefits
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
• and much more, which you can learn about here

Application Closing Date

22nd January 2026

Apply

If your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

Recruitment Process

• Anonymised application form
• Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.