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: 6 – Sundays only
Location: Maidstone
Closing date: Sunday 15th June 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 is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
About Cancer Research UK: We exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, but we need to go much further and faster. We're looking for a talented individual who wants to develop their skills.
Role overview: 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.
Key responsibilities:
* Overseeing the shop on Sundays, including keyholder responsibilities (training provided), and supporting volunteers.
* Helping the team achieve sales and fundraising targets.
* Reviewing and processing donated goods and stock.
* Generating new income ideas with guidance from the Shop Manager.
* Providing excellent customer service to ensure supporters feel welcome.
* Maintaining shop standards regarding safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety.
* Performing manual handling and physical activities as part of daily duties.
Candidate requirements:
* Experience in delivering great customer service.
* Experience working in a lively environment.
* Adaptability and 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, balancing work and personal life.
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Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package, including a substantial retirement plan, flexible leave, discounts, gym membership, and confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.
Application process: We use anonymised shortlisting to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required but will only be viewed after invitation to interview. Employment offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
For more information, visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube for updates.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially under-represented ethnic minorities. Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the application process by contacting recruitment@cancer.org.uk or calling 020 3469 8400.
We cannot recruit anyone under 18 to ensure safety and safeguarding.
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