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British Heart Foundation; Blackburn (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

Wagestream - early access to wages

Health cash plan

Pension with employer contribution up 

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on gym memberships

Discounts with retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

British Heart Foundation is seeking a part-time Sales Assistant in Blackburn for a 6-month fixed-term contract, averaging 26 hours per week across 7 days. The role includes weekend and bank holiday work, with Sundays regularly required, and a focus on delivering outstanding customer service in a busy shop environment.

You’ll help with till duties, donations, merchandising and collaboration with the E-Commerce team to maximise sales while supporting the store's community impact.

Qualifications

• Retail experience not required; passion and customer service focus valued.
• Able to guide volunteers and work with the shop team.
• Comfortable with till, PC, smartphone and email.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class customer service in a fast-paced store.
• Merchandise donated stock creatively to maximise sales.
• Collaborate with the E-Commerce team to boost online sales.
• As Keyholder, keep the store running when managers are off duty.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Till

PC

Smartphone

Email

Job description

Would you like to be part of a retail team that are community based, offer amazing choice and genuine sustainability?

Look no further – join us as a Sales Assistant in Blackburn

This is a part time role working 26 hours a week in one of our busy clothing stores. Our stores are fast-paced and trade 7 days a week. This role requires flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.

You’ll join the team on a 6-month fixed term contract. Candidate must be fully flexible to work across 7 days per week including Weekends and Bank Holidays. This role requires regular Sunday working.

What does this role involve?

As a Sales Assistant you’ll be at the very heart of our retail operation. This is not just a standing behind the till or filling shelves type of role, we’re looking for someone who will deliver a first class customer service experience. It’s a fun, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and everyone works as a team.

Every day is different in charity retail, as well as working on the till or sorting donations, you can expect to:

Engage with customers, providing exceptional service and promoting our charity’s mission

Organise and merchandise donated stock creatively to maximise sales potential

Collaborate with our E-Commerce team to maximise online sales

As a Keyholder, you’ll be the go-to person when there isn’t a manager on duty, keeping the store running and ensuring our customers have a great experience. You’ll need to be 18+ years old to apply for this role.

Please note, this role can be physically demanding and will involve lifting large pieces of furniture / moving a high volume of donation bags.

You will be given lots of autonomy in your role and will strive to continually build your knowledge of BHF.

What are we looking for?

Previous retail experience isn’t essential. What truly counts is your passion, energy, and ability to deliver the very best customer service.

You’ll be confident within a team environment and comfortable guiding the activity of volunteers on the shop floor

Able to work well under pressure and on your own initiative in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Attention to detail in everything you do

Positive, creative, confident, customer service focussed and passionate about sustainability

You’ll be comfortable with tech, able to use a Till, PC, Smartphone and e-mail with ease.

What’s important to us?

At the British Heart Foundation (BHF) we offer a huge range of new and used quality furniture, clothing, jewellery and more, available in store and online.

Since 1961, British Heart Foundation has been at the forefront of research that has helped to halve annual deaths from cardiovascular disease in the UK. But our work is needed more than ever.

In addition to raising funds for the BHF, we connect with our local communities and help reduce clothing and furniture waste across the UK. With over 700 stores we make a huge environmental impact by preventing around 70,000 tonnes of unwanted items going to landfill every year. We receive 1.6 million items donated to our home stores and 9.8 million bags of donated items and will continue to build upon our reuse agenda in the years to come.

Belonging at BHF

BHF values the diversity of our communities and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. By fostering a culture of inclusion, we believe we are better equipped to achieve our mission of helping people have a healthier heart for longer.

Why join the BHF?

We have a strong culture of internal progression and will actively support you to develop your career.

38 days annual leave (plus the option sell leave)

Holistic support leave of up to 10 additional days off each year

Enhanced family policies (maternity, paternity and adoption leave)

Wagestream - early access to your wages

Health cash plan (Dental, Optical, Therapies, etc)

Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Pension with employer contribution of up to 10%

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on gym memberships

Discounts with a wide range of retailers

What do I need to know?

Inclusivity Matters: We’re committed to fairness and consistency. As part of this commitment, we use anonymous CV software during the application process

Act Swiftly: Early applications are encouraged. We’ll be reviewing submissions throughout the advertising period and may close the advert early

Sponsorship: Please note that we are unlikely to be able to sponsor applicants in respect of this role due to the role not meeting the minimum salary criteria to be eligible for sponsorship.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact a member of the Recruitment team.

£30,920 per annum, plus bonus opportunity

Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on age)