Market Assistant - Flexible, Part-Time (22 hrs/week)

Lancaster City Council; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster City Council is seeking a Market Assistant to help keep Lancaster's markets welcoming, safe and busy. You will open and close the Festival Market in Morecambe, support traders, and assist at the Assembly Rooms Emporium and Charter Market as needed.

The role focuses on customer service, safety, and a friendly presence, with opportunities to work independently or as part of a small team, and to contribute to a thriving community hub serving residents and visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service.
• Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Confident and tactful communication, able to work independently or in a team.
• Comfortable using digital devices and basic software.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the markets securely.
• Maintain safety and security.
• Provide a visible, friendly presence on site.
• Assist with administration and health and safety monitoring.
• Support traders and deter anti-social behaviour.
• Liaise with community officers and help improve market operations.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Digital devices

Job description

Lancaster City Council is seeking a Market Assistant to help keep Lancaster's markets welcoming, safe and busy. You will open and close the Festival Market in Morecambe, support traders, and assist at the Assembly Rooms Emporium and Charter Market as needed.

The role focuses on customer service, safety, and a friendly presence, with opportunities to work independently or as part of a small team, and to contribute to a thriving community hub serving residents and visitors.