Assistant Shop Manager
Job Location: British Red Cross, 14 High Street, Emsworth PO10 7AW
Salary: £20,296 per annum based on 35 hour week
Hours: 14 hours per week (Sunday 10am-4pm plus one other day between Mon-Fri 9-5)
Contract Type: Permanent

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

The British Red Cross is looking for a dynamic Assistant Shop Manager to join our friendly charity shop team in Emsworth. This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your retail skills whilst contributing to our c ause of helping people in the local community, across the UK, and abroad.

“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 an Assistant Shop Manager will involve:

Supporting the shop manager to run a profitable, customer-focussed shop that is the ‘window of the British Red Cross’ on the high street. From working on the shop floor, to coordinating activity “behind the scenes”, no two days are the same.
Creating a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.
Supporting the shop manager to oversee a team of dedicated volunteers, supporting their induction, management, and development.

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

Experience and know-how from working in a shop environment.
To provide an excellent customer experience, supporting a team, and meeting people from all walks of life.
To be commercially savvy with a good understanding of financial targets and measures.
Proven IT skills.
Flexibility (Role will be for Sunday shift 10am-4pm plus one other variable day between Monday-Friday 9am-5pm)

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Monday 24th July 2023.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
• 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 Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: 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 we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
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