Charity Shop Manager

Style Acre; Crowmarsh Gifford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity as a Charity Shop Manager, where you will lead a dedicated team in a vibrant retail environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing valuable work experiences for individuals with learning disabilities. You will manage daily shop operations, support volunteers, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere for customers. With flexible hours and a supportive community, this position is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference while developing their management skills. Embrace the chance to grow personally and professionally in a rewarding setting.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Company Pension Scheme

Flexible working hours

Employee benefits via Perkbox

Recommend a Friend scheme

Wellness programs

Company events and social hours

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Experience managing retail operations and supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage volunteers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop operations and manage stock and donations.
• Support volunteers and individuals in gaining work experience.

Skills

Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Education

Experience in Retail Management

Training in Health and Safety

Tools

Cash Register

Vinted Platform

Job description

Role: Charity Shop Manager

Salary: £13.34 per hour

Hours: 28+ hours per week

Leading the charity shop is a rewarding role. You will manage daily shop tasks and facilitate valued work opportunities for adults supported by our services.

About Style Acre

Style Acre is an Oxfordshire-based, award-winning charity supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and physical needs. We operate over 35 supported living households, 3 community day hubs, and a successful work program supporting more than 250 people. We are rated Outstanding by the CQC.

The Style Acre Charity shop provides work opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and autism.

About the Charity Shop Assistant Manager Role

Our Wallingford Charity shop offers a safe, supportive environment where individuals with learning disabilities can gain valuable work experience. We seek an inspirational, enthusiastic, dedicated manager to oversee all aspects of our busy shop.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage daily shop operations, including cashing up, banking, stock and donations management, restocking, pricing, and maintaining cleanliness.
2. Support and manage volunteers to ensure effective shop operation and quality work placements for supported individuals.
3. Collaborate with the Social Enterprise Manager, Head of Work Program, and team to provide excellent work experience.
4. Manage and develop our online Vinted shop.
5. Support individuals on placements, helping them learn skills such as using the till.
6. Represent Style Acre professionally with customers and the community, upholding our values.
7. Work alone when required.
8. Complete monthly reports, administration, and paperwork.
9. Follow health and safety procedures, including risk assessments.
10. Ensure a safe environment for all.
11. Perform other duties as required.
12. Take ownership of personal development, with monthly supervision and training attendance.

Benefits:

• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) for full-time staff, pro-rata for part-time.
• Company Pension Scheme with 5% Employer contribution.
• Flexible working hours.
• Employee benefits via Perkbox (up to £800 savings annually).
• Recommend a Friend scheme.
• Wellness programs.
• Company events and social hours.
• Comprehensive training as needed.