Retail Assistant

Clifton College; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent educational institution located in Bristol is seeking a part-time Retail Sales Assistant. This role requires 11 hours of work per week during term time and fewer during holidays, focusing on customer assistance and shop operations. Experience in a fast-paced environment is preferred. The institution values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy retail environment is desirable.
• Ability to handle tight deadlines required.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in the School Shop.
• Manage sales transactions and inventory.

Skills

Experience in a busy environment

Ability to manage competing priorities

Job description

The School Shop is looking to recruit a part-time Retail Sales Assistant.

You will be required to work 11 hours per week during term time and 9 hours per week during school holidays. The work will be split over a Tuesday and Saturday.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a busy environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines. Retail experience is desirable but not essential.

Clifton College is part of Clifton College Education Group and is a leading independent day and boarding school educating over 1,200 pupils aged 3 to 18 years. The college offers day education, flexi, and full boarding, fostering a diverse and inclusive community with over 40 nationalities.

Founded in 1862, the college combines a rich heritage with modern facilities, providing an exceptional all-round education. Located in a beautiful suburb of Bristol, the college offers high academic and pastoral standards along with a wide range of co-curricular activities.

For more details, please see the attached job description. Applications must be submitted via our vacancy website application form, which allows you to attach your CV or supporting documents.

Closing date: 19 September 2025

Early applications are encouraged, as the college reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Clifton College is committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, or belief. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. Candidates must be at least 18 years old for most roles, except lifeguard positions which require candidates to be 16+ with relevant qualifications.

We are dedicated to safeguarding children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Our safeguarding policies and procedures promote safe working practices, and all staff are trained accordingly.

All positions are subject to a safer recruitment process, including criminal record checks, employment history scrutiny, and references. The role requires an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment screening. By applying, you consent to these checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and all previous convictions must be disclosed as required by law.