Charity Retail Assistant Manager - Part Time (15 hrs)

Alongside; Devizes; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Alongside is seeking an Assistant Retail Manager for our charity shop in Devizes. You will support the Shop Manager, lead a vibrant team of volunteers, manage donations, and help create a welcoming shopping experience that supports our fundraising goals.

The role focuses on practical retail operations, team development, and efficient shop administration, including cash handling. A friendly, proactive attitude and a passion for volunteering are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a retail environment.
• Ability to lead and motivate volunteers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort with cash handling and basic admin tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support Shop Manager to meet income and profit targets and improve sales, while minimising costs.
• Manage donations: sort, price, prepare items for sale and dispose of unwanted items as needed.
• Recruit, train and develop volunteers to maintain a strong base.
• Assist with shop admin tasks including cash handling and banking.

Skills

Volunteer management

Cash handling

Customer service

Leadership

Job description

Alongside is seeking an Assistant Retail Manager for our charity shop in Devizes. You will support the Shop Manager, lead a vibrant team of volunteers, manage donations, and help create a welcoming shopping experience that supports our fundraising goals.

The role focuses on practical retail operations, team development, and efficient shop administration, including cash handling. A friendly, proactive attitude and a passion for volunteering are essential.