Sunday Sales Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity in the UK is seeking a Sunday Sales Assistant for their Biggleswade store. This role involves providing excellent customer service, managing shop operations, and supporting fundraising efforts. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and some retail experience. The position offers a flexible working environment and various employee benefits, including a generous pension plan and discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday (pro-rata)

Generous pension contribution (8%)

Life assurance

Bupa health cashback plan

Discounts through Blue Light Card

Free and discounted event tickets

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Previous retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock and maintain shop appearance.
• Maximise sales and promote Gift Aid.
• Handle and lift bags of stock.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Player

Literate

Numerate

Health & Safety Knowledge

Education

Retail Experience

Job description

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Age UK has another fantastic opportunity!

We are recruiting for a Sunday Sales Assistant in our Biggleswade store.

Our shops raise vital funds that enable the charity to support older people across the UK.

We are looking for a Sunday Sales Assistant to provide a quality retail service, taking responsibility for running our busy shop on Sundays. This varied role will include managing stock, displaying goods, maintaining the appearance of the shop, maximising sales, and promoting Gift Aid to our valued customers.

If you would like to utilise your skills and experience in a role that helps raise funds for some of the excellent services and support provided by Age UK, we would love to hear from you!

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to a specified weight).

To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.

About you:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Literate and numerate
• An effective team player
• Ability to lift and carry heavy bags of stock
• A basic knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire regulations
• Previous experience of working or managing a retail shop would be an advantage
• A flexible approach to your job is essential

What we offer in return:

• A 6-hour working week
• 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance
• A generous pension – we will contribute 8%
• Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
• Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
• Tickets for Good – Free and discounted tickets for events

Additional Information

To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name, to support our fair and unbiased recruitment process. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

We are particularly keen to hear from applicants from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Due to high application volumes, we may limit the number of interviews offered.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk and children from abuse and neglect, and expects everyone working with us to share this commitment.