Overview
Position: Assistant Shop Manager
Location: Mill Road, Cambridge
Hours: Permanent 21 hours per week with additional hours required to cover holidays. Part time 21 hours per week [over 7 days to include Sundays]
Salary: £14,018.92 pro rata
We offer 28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays, and a stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%. Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.
Responsibilities
* Work alongside the Shop Manager in the Mill Rd Shop.
* Help drive sales and profits and work closely with staff and volunteers to deliver the best level of customer service.
* Lead in the absence of the Shop Manager, inspire and empower people around you.
* Maintain a friendly and positive approach and instill energy in the team.
* Communicate effectively inside and outside the shop and engage with the local community to build support for the shop.
* Make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise vital funds to support frontline work.
Requirements
* Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a challenging environment.
* Ability to lead in the Shop Manager's absence and support staff and volunteers.
* Good communication skills and community outreach abilities.
* Friendly, positive; creative ability a plus.
* Willingness to work across seven days including Sundays.
Safety and Recruitment
The Children’s Society is committed to Safer Recruitment and, as such, a range of pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with recommendations by the Bichard Enquiry and current best practice. This includes a basic DBS check, required before employment can commence.
Application Details
This vacancy closes at midnight on Sunday 7 September 2025. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Children’s Society by 2x.
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