Assistant Shop Manager (5523)

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking an Assistant Shop Manager in Birmingham to lead a team of volunteers and maximize sales through creative merchandising. The role offers a permanent contract, flexible hours, and numerous benefits aimed at supporting young people in England.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions

Free confidential counselling service

Bespoke Management Development Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in Retail/Management required.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Support the Shop Manager in leading a diverse team.
• Maximize sales through creative use of donated goods.

Skills

Creativity

People Skills

Retail Management

Job description

Assistant Shop Manager (5523), Birmingham

Client: The Children's Society

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ae703cf4d683

Job Views: 3

Posted: 15.05.2025

Expiry Date: 29.06.2025

Job Description

This is a permanent contract for 22.5 hours per week, over 5 days, which could include Sundays.

We offer many enhanced benefits including:

• 28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays
• Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%
• Free confidential counselling service available to all staff and volunteers
• Opportunity for all managers to join our Bespoke Management Development Programme - Compass

Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.

Are you creative? Do you enjoy working with donated goods to maximize sales? Have you got Retail/Management experience? Are you seeking a new challenge in 2024?

We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to help lead our team in the Castle Bromwich shop. You will work with volunteers in a creative environment, helping to raise funds vital for our frontline work supporting young people in England.

You will support the Shop Manager in leading a diverse team of volunteers, requiring strong people skills and confidence in working with individuals from different backgrounds to create a welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and supporters.

If you're willing to work hard and have some fun along the way, this is the place for you.

Every day, we’re making a positive impact on children’s lives in this country – and with your help, we can reach even more children tomorrow.

We look forward to receiving your application.

The Children’s Society runs over 100 local services supporting thousands of young people and campaigns for laws and policies to improve children’s lives.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including criminal record checks and vetting procedures. We have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safe working practices across our shops and services.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday, 6th September 2024. If we receive enough applications after 14 days, we may close the vacancy earlier, on Friday, 23rd August.

Interviews will be scheduled on a date to be confirmed.