Location: New Forest, Hampshire. UK
Salary: £12.21ph
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days to be worked flexibly across a 7-day week, working 9am till 5m with half hour unpaid break)
Closing date: 21st September
Join Our Team and Make a Difference
Are you looking for a role where your efforts help support a vital cause in your local community? We're seeking a passionate and dedicated Retail Driver who will play a key role in supporting our stores and warehouse, delivering and collecting stock across the New Forest.
Join the amazing, thriving and successful Hospice retail team, where your hard work is part of the overall success of helping people in the local community. The most rewarding retail job you may ever have
About the Role
Our mission is to welcome everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.
As a Charity Retail Driver, you will be responsible for collecting and delivering donated goods between our charity shops, donation centres, and warehouses. You will play a key role in ensuring our retail operations run smoothly, providing excellent customer service to donors and shop teams alike.
Key Responsibilities
* Collect and deliver donated goods between charity shops, warehouses, and customers.
* Assist with loading and unloading goods, ensuring they are handled safely and appropriately.
* Provide excellent customer service when interacting with donors and the public.
* Maintain the charity vehicle, ensuring it is clean and roadworthy.
* Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.
* Support shop teams with stock movement and storage as needed.
About You
We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who:
* Holds a valid UK driving licence (preferably with no endorsements).
* Has experience in a similar driving or logistics role.
* Is over 25 years of age with at least 3 years driving experience.
* Is physically fit and capable of lifting and moving furniture and heavy items.
* Has excellent customer service and communication skills.
* Works well independently and as part of a team.
* Has a positive attitude and a passion for supporting a good cause.
What We Offer
· In return for your commitment and hard work, we offer:
· The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
· A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.
· Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
· A chance to work as part of a dedicated and successful team.
Benefits
· Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays (Pro rata for part time employees)
· Long service leave at 5 and 10 years
· Auto – enrolment company pension scheme
· Life Assurance
· Cycle to work Scheme
· Cash Health Plan
· Employee Assistance Programme - App from "Unum"
· Excellent Education & Development Opportunities
· Wellbeing Support
· A truly supportive and caring environment
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 22.5 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Unit 170, Wellworthy Road,Lymington SO41 8JY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* To be able to drive our vehicles under our company insurance, Please confirm that you are over 25 years of age and have at least 3 years driving experience.
Experience:
* Driving: 3 years (preferred)
* Delivery driver: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person