Retail store assistant (with keyholder responsibility)
£12.71 per hour plus benefits
Reports to: Shop Manager
Department: Trading
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 6 – Sundays only
Location: Blackpool Shop
Closing date: 17th May 2026 23:55
What will I be doing?
* Overseeing the running of the shop on a Sunday, including taking keyholder responsibility (training provided) and supporting a diverse team of volunteers.
* Assisting the shop team in achieving sales and fundraising targets.
* Reviewing and processing donated goods and new stock.
* Generating creative ideas to help generate new income, with guidance from the Shop Manager.
* Using customer‑service skills to make customers and supporters feel welcome and appreciated.
* Maintaining shop standards regarding safeguarding, compliance and health and safety.
* Performing the necessary manual handling and physical activity required within the day‑to‑day duties of the role.
What are you looking for?
* A working knowledge of what makes great customer service.
* Experience working in a lively and vibrant environment.
* Adaptability in changing situations, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Commercial awareness.
* The ability to create relationships and communicate well.
* Flexibility – retail teams cover the needs of their stores by working on a rota basis, while recognising the importance of work‑life balance.
What will I gain?
We provide a generous benefits package that includes a substantial retirement plan, flexible leave allowance, discounts on travel, technology and fitness, gym membership, and access to confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust. We also offer a wide range of career and personal development opportunities, along with high‑quality tools, policies and processes to help you perform your job well.
How do I apply?
How to apply: We operate an anonymised shortlisting process to promote equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications but will not be viewed until you are invited for an interview. Complete the work history section of the online application form for a fair and objective assessment.
Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.
Contact information: recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400.
Legal and equality statement
We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are under‑represented. We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. Please inform us of any concerns or adjustments you might need. Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18.
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