Charity Shop Assistant — Part-Time Sales & Fundraising

Cancer Research UK; Basildon; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Flexible leave

Discounts on travel

Gym membership

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Cancer Research UK is seeking a motivated Store Assistant to join our trading team at the Basildon Superstore. You will act as an ambassador for our cause, delivering friendly, responsive service and contributing to fundraising targets through everyday sales activities.

The role is part-time (16 hours per week) with a 3-month fixed term, offering a competitive hourly rate of £12.71 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in busy customer service environments.
• Ability to manage workload and work independently when required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Flexible to rota-based shifts.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer and supporter service.
• Working as an integral part of the shop team to achieve ambitious sales and fundraising targets.
• Assisting with maintaining shop standards including visual presentation, safeguarding compliance and health and safety.
• Creating relationships with your local community and Cancer Research UK colleagues.
• Supporting fundraising events for your store to achieve fundraising targets.
• Taking keyholder responsibility as required (training provided).

Skills

Customer service experience

Team player

Strong communication

Flexible shifts

Job description

Cancer Research UK is seeking a motivated Store Assistant to join our trading team at the Basildon Superstore. You will act as an ambassador for our cause, delivering friendly, responsive service and contributing to fundraising targets through everyday sales activities.

The role is part-time (16 hours per week) with a 3-month fixed term, offering a competitive hourly rate of £12.71 and a comprehensive benefits package.