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National Star; Hereford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity dedicated to transforming the lives of young people with disabilities as a Deputy Manager in our retail shop. This part-time role offers the chance to lead a diverse team, enhance customer experiences, and creatively merchandise products to drive sales. With a commitment to staff development and a supportive environment, you will play a crucial role in expanding our services to include Sundays. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the skills to inspire others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

‘Golden Hello’ up to £250

Career development opportunities

Staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester

Award-winning training

Access to fitness suite and swimming pool

Westfield medical cover

Life insurance

Employee helpline

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discounts at various retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or deputy roles.
• Ability to manage and train volunteers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the retail manager to manage shop operations.
• Generate quality donated stock and maximize sales.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Creativity

Merchandising

Job description

Charity Retail Shop Deputy Manager (Sundays)

Our charity shops are vital in supporting National Star’s aim to transform the lives of young people with disabilities.

Location: Hereford

Job Details

£12.30 per hour from April 2025

Role Type

Part-Time, All Year Post

Hours of Work

7 hours/week, 52 weeks/year

Contract Type

Permanent

Application Deadline

18/05/2025

Interview Date

To Be Confirmed

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic deputy retail manager to join our team based in Hereford as we expand our opening hours to include Sundays.

Working closely with the retail manager, you will use your creativity, communication, and customer service skills to generate quality donated stock. You will understand merchandising, presenting clothing, homeware, and books to encourage maximum sales.

You will also support the recruitment, training, and management of a diverse team of volunteers.

The role involves working 7 hours on Sundays, with some flexibility to work additional days to cover absences, though this is not essential.

How to Apply

Apply online for the Charity Retail Shop Deputy Manager (Sundays) role.

For more details, contact our recruitment team at 01242 504300.

About National Star

National Star is a growing charity with over 1,200 staff across England and Wales. Established over 50 years ago, we have supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Employee Benefits

• ‘Golden Hello’ up to £250 upon successful probation (pro-rata for part-time)
• Career development opportunities and comprehensive induction
• Staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester to our Ullenwood site (Monday-Friday)
• Award-winning training
• Access to fitness suite, swimming pool, and staff clubs
• Westfield medical cover
• Life insurance
• Employee helpline
• Contributory pension scheme
• Option to purchase a TOTUM discount card
• Employee discounts at various retailers and attractions