School Shop Manager
Part time
Wimborne, Dorset
Hours: 20 hours per week, Term time only plus additional weeks in school holidays
Salary: £14,547 per annum based on a FTE salary of £32,000 per annum
Founded in 1923, Canford School is set in 250 acres of inspirational parkland on the outskirts of Wimborne in Dorset. The school, which has some 660 pupils aged 13-18, is amongst the country’s top co-educational boarding and day schools.
The School Shop Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the school’s on-site shop, which provides school uniform, stationery, merchandise, and text books to all in our community. This role manages daily operations, stock control, sales performance, and budget oversight.
The School Shop is open Monday to Friday during the school term time, 8.00am‑1.30pm. During May, June, July and September the shop has extended opening hours and is very busy with appointments for kitting out new pupils with uniform, and managing orders and deliveries for the new school term. The School Shop Manager would be expected to work increased hours during this period.
We are looking for someone with experience in retail management or a similar customer-facing leadership role, with strong financial awareness and confidence managing payment transactions. With responsibility for line managing a small team, the successful candidate will be a proactive leader, a strong team player, and adaptable in supporting all aspects of shop activity. As the shop is often a first point of contact for new pupils and parents, delivering exceptional customer service with a warm and friendly approach is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated, organised and flexible professional to make a significant impact at a school with ambition, purpose and heart.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Canford School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Closing date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
Early applications are very much encouraged. We will review and shortlist candidates on an ongoing basis and may close the vacancy once the right candidate has been identified. Candidates are therefore advised to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
Canford School is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Canford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All successful job applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening