Job description
Salary: £19,383 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 14 per week
Contract Type: Permanent
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!
"I'm not delivering to a profit target to enhance someone's personal wealth - I'm making a real, visible contribution to supporting the work of my chosen charity" - Joanne, Regional Retail Manager
A day in the life of a Shop Assistant will involve:
- You will assist the shop manager to run a profitable, customer-focussed shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.
- You will help to create a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.
- Working on the shop floor, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, operate the till, and create eye-catching displays.
- Behind the scenes, you will be responsible for sorting stock and preparing items for display.
- Previous experience of working in a retail environment and are confident with handling money
- To be a strong communicator who thrives on delivering excellent customer service and enjoys meeting lots of different people
- Commercial savvy with an understanding of hitting targets
- To understand and anticipate each customer's needs and delight them with the service provided
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% 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 Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
- Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
- Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.