Overview
Retail Assistant - Casual at Nottingham City Council
Location: Woodthorpe Park Plant Shop, Woodthorpe Drive, Sherwood, Nottingham. NG54HA
Contract Type: Casual
Working Hours: Shifts available Monday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm
Worker Type: On-Site Worker
Salary: Starting Salary is £24,413 - £25,185 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) (£12.65 per hour +12.05% holiday pay accrual per hour)
We are looking for people to join the Plant Shop team who can provide high quality customer care by serving and advising customers in the shop and at events.
Responsibilities
* Provide front-line service by serving and advising customers in the shop.
* Maintain a consistently well-presented facility by keeping the retail areas clean and tidy.
* Operate a till, handle cash and take credit card payments in line with Nottingham City Council’s financial regulations.
* Assist with basic administration tasks and complete daily records.
* Provide general information and convey knowledge of horticultural techniques and plants.
* Adhere to all health and safety, hygiene and security policies.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* Ability to communicate with a wide range of people
* Knowledge of horticultural techniques and plants
* Experience of using tills and handling cash and card payments
* Willingness to work weekends
* Van driving experience is useful but not essential
Job Details & How to Apply
For informal enquiries, contact Rachel Whittaker at 07984 160635 or rachel.whittaker@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Closing Date: 19/09/2025
Interviews will be held: TBC
By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
About Us
Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. We offer a range of roles and benefits, including:
* 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service) + bank holidays with the option to buy additional leave
* Defined benefit pension scheme
* Smart Working to support work-life balance
* Health and wellbeing benefits including Employee Assistance Programme
* Discounted membership at local sports/fitness centres, cinema, shopping, etc.
Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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