Sunday Assistant Manager

Isabel Hospice; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization in Hertford is looking for a passionate Assistant Shop Manager to help run their busy retail store. You will support the Shop Manager in maximizing store income and delivering high standards of customer care. The ideal candidate will have experience in retail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude. This role provides benefits including 27 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and a cycle to work scheme. Join a diverse team dedicated to supporting the community.

Benefits

27 days holiday (pro rata)

Pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Health Service Discounts

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a customer-focused environment.
• Shows understanding, respect, and consideration for others.
• Ability to lead by example and maintain a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the Shop Manager to maximize store income.
• Maintain high standards of customer care.
• Create displays and maintain cleanliness in the shop.
• Engage and train volunteers.

Skills

Customer focused experience

Interest in sustainable fashion

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Proficiency in MS Office and email

Job description

Are you creative, driven, and passionate about retail with a flair for customer service? We're looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Shop Manager to support the running of our busy charity shop in Hertford on Sundays.

In this role, you'll work alongside the Shop Manager and a dedicated team of volunteers to help run a vibrant and successful store. Each of our shops has its own unique character, and you'll play a key part in upholding our strong reputation within the local community.

Your work won't just help divert waste from landfill it will directly support Isabel Hospice in providing expert care to those who need it most.

What will I be doing?

• Supporting the Shop Manager to maximise store income and profits by delivering exceptional retail standards
• Maintaining and promoting the highest standard of customer care
• Creating eye-catching displays and maintaining cleanliness throughout the shop
• Supporting the Shop Manager to engage and train volunteers to assist in the running of the shop
• Meeting gift aid conversion rates from people donating goods
• Support events held both in the shop (evenings) and the local community

What skills are you looking for?

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Interest in or experience with sustainable fashion
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Shows understanding, respect and consideration for others at all times
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive approach to work
• Ability to lead by example and maintain a positive attitude
• Collaborative team player
• Proficiency in email, MS Office, and internet use

Benefits

• 27 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health Service Discounts
• Refer a friend bonus

If you believe you have the skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role, please apply below.

Isabel Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team.

We reserve the right to close this job earlier if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

For details of our inclusion statement, please see our website https://joinus.isabelhospice.org.uk/vacancies