Assistant Shop Manager (5947)

The Children's Society; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Aldridge seeks a part-time role to assist in retail operations. Responsibilities include supporting the Shop Manager in driving sales, leading the team in their absence, and engaging with the community to build support. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and have a friendly approach. This position offers flexible hours and competitive benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead in the absence of the Shop Manager.
• Good communication skills both inside and outside the shop.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Shop Manager in driving sales and profits.
• Lead in the absence of the Shop Manager.
• Help instill energy to those around you.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong interpersonal skills

Friendly approach

Good communication skills

Job description

Overview

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Permanent

Part time 19 hours per week, with additional hours when required to cover shop managers absences

£12,683.78 pro rata

Location - Aldridge, West Midlands

We offer many enhanced benefits including; 28 days holiday a year - plus Bank Holidays and stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%. Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Shop Manager in driving sales and profits and work closely with staff and Volunteers to ensure we deliver the best level of customer service.
• Lead in the absence of the Shop Manager and inspire and empower people around you.
• Be friendly and positive in your approach and help instill energy to those around you. Bring a creative ability to the role.
• Play a part in making a real difference to young people by helping to raise vital funds to support frontline work.
• Have good communication skills inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to build support for the shop.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead in the absence of the Shop Manager.
• Friendly, positive approach and ability to energize those around you; creative ability is a plus.
• Good communication skills both inside and outside the shop.
• Commitment to Safer Recruitment and relevant pre-employment checks (including DBS).

Additional information

Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

This vacancy will close at midnight on Friday 14th November 2025. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy early from Friday 7th November onwards.

The Children\'s Society is committed to Safer Recruitment and as such a range of pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with recommendations made by the Bichard Enquiry, and current best practice. To include a basic DBS check, these will be required before employment can commence.

Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

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