Overview
Can you inspire and be inspired? Can you deliver great customer service? Are you looking for a chance to shine? We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development and the Freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a Framework of support to develop you.
At Barnardo's we believe in children, the funds raised in store support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK and now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. As well as maximising sales and profit in store you'll also ensure the very highest standards of presentation and customer services – your aim will be to make your store the best in town, for customers to visit and for your colleagues to work in.
As a Store Associate you will support the manager with all aspects of running a busy store. You will have responsibilities but also the chance to develop and learn with an experienced store manager by your side. You will need to be well organised with great communication skills and ready to learn how to lead your team in store to maximise sales and profit and meet your stores targets.
In return you will work for one of the UK\'s largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.
Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!
The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.
Responsibilities
* Support the manager with all aspects of running a busy store.
* Be well organised with strong communication skills and ready to learn how to lead a team in store to maximise sales and profit and meet store targets.
* Assist in maximising sales, ensuring high standards of presentation and customer service.
* Contribute to creating a positive working environment for colleagues.
Requirements / Qualifications
* As part of Barnardo\'s ongoing commitment to safeguarding, successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.
* Good organisational skills, clear communication, and willingness to learn and develop.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements where possible
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years service
* Ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via HolidayPlus
* Family-friendly leave options including maternity, paternity and adoption pay
* Service-related sick pay from day 1
* Group Personal Pension with matched contributions; salary sacrifice option
* Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings
* Cycle to work scheme
* Interest-free season ticket loans
* Discounts and cashback via Benefit Portal
* Health cash plan option
* 24/7 employee assistance program
* Access to Barnardo\'s Corporate University
About Barnardo\'s / Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is reflected in our values and practice. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minoritised Ethnic Communities, candidates who are LGBT+ and Disabled candidates.
Our basis and values
Job Details
* Reference number: 21794
* Job Title: Store Associate
* Location: Belfast Donation Centre
* Contract type: Permanent
* Hours: 14
* Salary: £12.60 per hour
* Closing Date: 5 October 2025
* Interview Date: TBC
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