Assistant Shop Manager (5819)

The Children's Society; Warrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking an Assistant Shop Manager for their Culcheth Shop in Warrington. This part-time role offers 23 hours per week, where you will drive sales, lead staff, and engage with the community. Candidates should have retail experience and strong communication skills. Benefits include 28 days of holiday and a pension scheme. Applications close on July 4, 2025.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Stakeholder pension scheme with up to 8% matching

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual with strong people skills.
• Ability to engage with the local community.
• Experience in leading and motivating staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and profits alongside the Shop Manager.
• Ensure excellent customer service.
• Engage with the local community to build support.

Skills

Retail experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

Job description

The Children’s Society is looking for an Assistant Shop Manager at our Culcheth Shop in Warrington, UK. This is a permanent, part-time position of 23 hours per week, with shifts to be discussed at interview. Additional hours may be required to cover absences.

We offer several benefits, including 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, and a stakeholder pension scheme with up to 8% matching contributions. Full details are available on our website.

As an Assistant Shop Manager, you will work alongside the Shop Manager to drive sales and profits, lead and motivate staff and volunteers, and ensure excellent customer service. You should be self-motivated, have strong interpersonal skills, and enjoy working with people. Retail experience and good communication skills are essential, especially the ability to engage with the local community to build support for the shop.

This role provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people in England by helping to raise vital funds for our frontline work. If you are creative, positive, and eager to support your team to succeed, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to Safer Recruitment practices, including pre-employment checks such as a basic DBS, which are required before employment begins.

This vacancy closes at midnight on Friday 4th July 2025. Interviews will be scheduled at a later date.