Deputy Shop Manager

LINESET; Leyland; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established charity organization is seeking a dedicated Deputy Shop Manager to join their team in Leyland. This part-time role involves supporting the Shop Manager in driving sales and managing a team of volunteers. The ideal candidate will have retail management experience and a passion for community service. You will play a crucial role in sorting stock, engaging with customers, and ensuring the shop runs smoothly in the manager's absence. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative work environment. If you are enthusiastic and ready to lead, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Contributory Pension (up to 9%)

Free life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

BUPA and Health Sure cash plan

30 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)

Qualifications

• Previous retail experience as a manager or supervisor is essential.
• Ability to motivate and develop a team of volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Support the Shop Manager to drive sales and profit effectively.
• Sort and process stock while maintaining high visual standards.

Skills

Retail Management

Team Leadership

Sales Proficiency

Customer Service

Creativity in Fundraising

Education

Experience in Retail

Charity Sector Experience (desirable)

Job description

If you have experience in Retail, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We have a fantastic opportunity available for a part-time Deputy Shop Manager to work alongside the Shop Manager and the team at our Leyland charity shop based in Preston.

Benefits:

• Contributory Pension (up to 9%)
• Free life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• BUPA and Health Sure cash plan
• 30 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff of Full-time equivalent)

Role Details:

• Role: Deputy Shop Manager - Part Time
• Hours: 28.5 hours per week
• Salary: £12.69 per hour
• Location: 8 Towngate, Leyland. PR25 2FN

ExtraCare does not participate in the current “UK Visa Sponsorship” scheme, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship.

Our Charity Shops help fund care and well-being services for older people living at each of our locations. By raising money, our Charity Shops help build retirement villages and all kinds of community activities for older people today and campaign to make life better for us all in the future.

What will you do as our Deputy Shop Manager?

• Support the Shop Manager to proactively drive sales and profit.
• Assist in the recruitment, management, and motivation of a team of dedicated volunteers.
• Sort and process stock, deal with customers, maintain high visual standards, and run the shop in the manager’s absence.

Our ideal Deputy Shop Manager:

• You will be a manager or supervisor with previous retail experience.
• A confident manager able to motivate and develop a team of volunteers.
• Hands-on and lead from the front, with creativity to come up with new ideas for generating donations.
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality, believing in teamwork.
• Although not essential, it would be desirable if you had previous experience working in the Charity sector.

ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community.

Do not miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make an invaluable impact on the lives of others as our Deputy Shop Manager.

• Closing Date: 21st April 2025
• Interview: Ongoing

ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.

ExtraCare reserves the right to close this advertisement early.