Assistant Shop Manager Godmanchester

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking an Assistant Shop Manager for its Godmanchester shop in the UK. This role involves managing a retail team, maximizing sales, and promoting donations. Applicants should have retail management experience, be flexible in working hours, and have a passion for charity work. Perks include 32 days of paid holiday and various discounts.

Benefits

32 days of paid holiday

Discounts at high-street retailers

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Experience as an assistant manager or supervisor in retail.
• Flexible to work weekends and bank holidays.
• Willingness to travel for meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-store systems to maximize sales.
• Represent the organization effectively.
• Manage financial and cash handling responsibilities.
• Build and train a volunteer team.

Skills

Retail management experience

Ability to maintain budgets

Passion for charity work

Team leadership

Flexibility in working hours

Job description

Job Advert

Are you someone who is excited about charity retail and fashion, and can use your initiative? Do you have experience managing a retail team? If so, please keep reading as we may have the role for you.

We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to work in our Godmanchester Shop for 30 hours per week over 4 days. We seek a passionate and motivated individual to help our store reach its full potential.

As an Assistant Shop Manager, you will:

1. Help develop in-store systems and promote donations and sales to maximize profits
2. Represent Mencap as an efficient and charitable organization, reinforcing our aims and values
3. Ensure stock is generated from the local area and donors
4. Sign up donors to the Gift Aid scheme and maximize income through Gift Aid
5. Achieve profit targets by maximizing sales and managing costs effectively
6. Maintain the store's presentation to a high standard
7. Build an effective volunteer team, providing training, development, work reviews, and appraisals to paid staff and volunteers
8. Handle all financial and cash handling responsibilities and health and safety compliance

To be successful in this role, you will be:

1. An experienced assistant manager or supervisor capable of maintaining budgets and completing weekly income and banking sheets accurately, preferably with charity retail experience
2. Flexible with working hours, including weekends and bank holidays
3. Willing to travel to team meetings, training events, and assist with setting up new stores
4. Passionate about the values of Mencap and committed to the success of our retail brand

We are an inclusive organization, welcoming applications from disabled individuals and those from Black and Asian communities, as they are underrepresented in our workforce.

Job ID: 34146

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. For more information, visit the direct gov website.

Benefits include 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata), discounts at high-street retailers, health cash plans, interest-free loans, and more. See the attached document for full details.

About Mencap:

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place for people with learning disabilities to live happy and healthy lives. We support individuals, families, and carers, advocating for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.

Everyone at Mencap works to support people with learning disabilities, whether through direct support, advice, or as colleagues. We promote belonging, respect, and safety for all.

We have networks for Black and Asian colleagues, LGBTQIA+ members, disabled individuals, women, parents, and carers, and their allies.

We encourage everyone to apply, regardless of specific experience, as personality and values are key. We offer training and development to help you succeed in your role.