Millions of bargain-hunters. Endless pre-loved items. One meaningful purpose.
Retail Store Assistant (with Keyholder Responsibility)
£12.21 per hour plus benefits
Reports to: Shop Manager
Department: Trading
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 13.5 hours – Sundays and another day in the week
Location: North Berwick Shop
Closing date: 20th July 2025 23:55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found.
Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. Cancer Research UK cannot offer visa sponsorship.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. We need to go further and faster. That’s why we’re looking for someone talented, eager to develop their skills, and passionate about our cause.
We’re seeking a motivated retail assistant to join our trading team, acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK and taking responsibility for the shop on Sundays.
You’ll be surrounded by dedicated colleagues committed to beating cancer.
What will I be doing?
* Overseeing the shop’s operations on Sundays, including keyholder responsibilities (training provided) and supporting a diverse team of volunteers.
* Assisting the shop team in achieving sales and fundraising targets.
* Reviewing and processing donated goods and new stock.
* Generating creative ideas to increase income, with guidance from the Shop Manager.
* Providing excellent customer service to ensure supporters feel welcome and appreciated.
* Maintaining shop standards regarding safeguarding, compliance, and health and safety.
* Performing manual handling and physical activities as part of daily duties.
What are we looking for?
* Knowledge of excellent customer service practices.
* Experience working in a lively, vibrant environment.
* Adaptability to changing situations, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Commercial awareness.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Flexibility to work on a rota basis, understanding the need for work-life balance.
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What will I gain?
We offer a generous benefits package, career and personal development opportunities, and tools to support your work. Our benefits include a substantial retirement plan, flexible leave, discounts, gym membership, and more. Retail staff also have access to confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.
How do I apply?
We use an anonymised shortlisting process to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required but will only be reviewed after interview invitations. Please complete the work history section of the online application form for assessment. Employment offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
For more information, visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk.
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We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially under-represented ethnic minorities. Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the process by contacting recruitment@cancer.org.uk or calling 020 3469 8400.
We do not recruit anyone under 18 to ensure safety and safeguarding.
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