Shop Assistant

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Shop Assistant where you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming shopping environment. This position offers the chance to develop your retail skills while contributing to a meaningful cause. You will assist in running a customer-focused shop, ensuring an excellent shopping experience, and engaging with customers on the shop floor. With flexible working hours and a supportive team, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying a rewarding career. Come be part of a mission that connects human kindness with those in crisis.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Flexible Working

Learning & Development

Employee Discounts

Wellbeing Support

Team Collaboration

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Qualifications

• Previous retail experience and confidence in handling money.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the shop manager in running a customer-focused shop.
• Provide excellent customer experience and operate the till.
• Sort stock and prepare items for display.

Skills

Customer Service

Retail Experience

Communication Skills

Money Handling

Commercial Awareness

Job description

About The Role

Job Title: Shop Assistant
Job Location: Aberaeron
Salary: £ per hour

Hours: Flexible
Contract Type: Casual

Are you a retail superstar who is passionate about helping make a difference?

We're on the lookout for a dynamic Shop Assistant to join our friendly team. This fantastic opportunity will help you develop your retail skills while making a positive impact. Come join us in our mission to spread kindness! Why work for the Red Cross? “The camaraderie. The feeling of being part of something bigger and knowing that all the hard work goes to help those in crisis” - Deborah, Shop Manager

A day in the life of a Shop Assistant will involve:

1. Assisting the shop manager to run a customer-focused shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.
2. Helping to create a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.
3. Confidently working on the shop floor, being the first point of contact for customers, operating the till, and creating striking displays.
4. Being responsible for sorting stock and preparing items for display, behind the scenes.

To be a successful Shop Assistant, you’ll need:

• Previous experience of working in a retail environment and confidence handling money.
• A strong communicator who thrives on providing excellent customer service and enjoys meeting different people.
• A commercial savvy mindset, with a grasp of hitting targets.
• An ability to appreciate and anticipate each customer's needs and delight them with the service provided.

The closing date for applications is of the 6th of June. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications early, given high volume.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays: Days of annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to % contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle to Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and ensuring an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We are committed to allowing our teams to bring their true selves to work without fear of discrimination. We support this through regular data reporting and various internal networks, including the Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network, and Youth Network.

Connecting human kindness with human crisis