Retail Assistant - Glastonbury

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Location: Glastonbury - ShopContract: Part time, PermanentSalary: £10.48 - £10.93 per hourTwo posts - 16 and 24 hours per week (to include rotational weekend working and bank holidays)Join our team for a rewarding career move where 98% of staff agree that they are proud to work for CHSWAbout UsChildren’s Hospice South West provides care and support for children with life limiting conditions. Working as part of a small team, you will support the Manager with running the shop. This shop is crucial to raising essential funds which helps to make most of short and precious lives.Where you will be workingThis is a thriving and well-established shop in the heart of the vibrant town of Glastonbury where you will have the opportunity to really make a difference within the local community, as a Retail Assistant you will be involved in all aspects of running the shop. You will work closely with our existing team of friendly paid staff and volunteers. We value our staff and offer an excellent working environment with an enthusiastic and committed team.The RoleYou will be serving customers, sorting, and displaying stock, handling cash and following health and safety procedures. Volunteers are essential to our success, and you will have the opportunity to plan, prioritise and delegate their workload. You will assist the manager in encouraging a positive working culture and help to create a happy working environment. Our shop operates 7 days a week and you will cover a variety of shifts on a rotational basis.The Successful CandidateExcellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. You will be organised and able to manage time effectively. You will have experience of working in retail or a customer service position. You will have the ability to work as part of a team, and alone using your own initiative.What We OfferEarning from £10.48 - £10.93 per hour, you will also benefit from:

• 33 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service
• enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay
• personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay
• occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme
• group life insurance scheme
• training and development opportunities
• environmental and green agenda
• a supportive and inclusive environment
• a chance to make a real difference

TrainingFull on-the-job training will be given including opening and closing of the shop, use of the till and CHSW systems, and stock display.How To ApplyPlease apply by clicking on the link before the closing date of 18 June 2023. If you have any questions, please visit our website to find our more, or use our email to contact us and speak to one of our HR team today. When applying please state if you are interested in the 16 or 24 hour post.Anticipated Interview Date: 04 July 2023CHSW Equality, Diversity and Inclusion StatementCHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees must apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Charity Registration Number 1003314This fantastic opportunity will give you the chance to explore the wonders of the South West, whether you are already located here, you are a returner or looking for a different way of life; the South West offers a high quality of life and great leisure opportunities. These environmental attractions are matched by the excellent reputation of the highly successful Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) as an organisation and local employer.You may also have experience in the following: Shop Managers Assistant, Charity Shop, Assistant Manager, Assistant Retail Manager, Assistant Store Manager, Assistant Shop Manager, Team Leader, Supervisor, Retail, Shop Assistant, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, etc.REF-205 760