Retail Sunday Assistant (Gosport Shop)

Cancer Research UK; Gosport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a motivated retail assistant to oversee shop operations on Sundays. The role involves supporting volunteers, achieving sales targets, and providing excellent customer service. Join us in making a difference in the fight against cancer.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Substantial retirement plan

Flexible leave

Discounts

Gym membership

Confidential wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Knowledge of excellent customer service principles.
• Experience working in lively, vibrant environments.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing shop operations on Sundays, including keyholder responsibilities.
• Assisting the team in achieving sales and fundraising targets.
• Providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Millions of bargain-hunters. Endless pre-loved items. One meaningful purpose.

Retail store assistant (with keyholder responsibility)

£12.21 per hour plus benefits

Reports to: Shop manager

Department: Trading

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 6 – Sundays only

Location: Gosport Shop

Closing date: 25th May 2025 23:55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found.

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. Cancer Research UK cannot offer visa sponsorship.

About Cancer Research UK: We exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, but we need to go much further and faster. We’re looking for someone talented, eager to develop their skills, and passionate about our cause.

Role overview: We’re seeking a motivated retail assistant to join our trading team, acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK and taking responsibility for the shop on Sundays.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the shop operations on Sundays, including keyholder responsibilities (training provided) and supporting volunteers.
• Assisting the team in achieving sales and fundraising targets.
• Reviewing and processing donated goods and new stock.
• Generating creative ideas to increase income, with guidance from the Shop Manager.
• Providing excellent customer service to make supporters feel welcome and appreciated.
• Maintaining shop standards regarding safeguarding, compliance, and health and safety.
• Performing manual handling and physical activities as part of daily duties.

Candidate requirements:

• Knowledge of excellent customer service principles.
• Experience working in lively, vibrant environments.
• Adaptability to changing situations, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commercial awareness.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis, understanding the importance of work-life balance.

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Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package, including a substantial retirement plan, flexible leave, discounts, gym membership, and confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.

Application process: We use an anonymised shortlisting process to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required but will only be reviewed after invitation to interview. The role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

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We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, especially underrepresented ethnic minorities. Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the application process by contacting [e-mail] or calling 020 3469 8400. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.