Job Opportunity: Assistant Shop Manager (Part-Time) Big C - a regional cancer charity supporting local people - is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Shop Manager to join the team at our wonderful shop in Dereham. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of our shop’s ongoing success, where you’ll find a wide range of items from clothing to bric-a-brac. You’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming, friendly space for our customers and supporters, while helping to bring out the best in our donated treasures. By supporting and inspiring our fantastic team of staff and volunteers, you’ll make sure the shop runs smoothly and continues to be a valued part of the local community. What you’ll be doing: When deputising for the Shop Manager; taking the lead in the day-to-day running and ongoing development of the shop. Maximising the value of donated items by overseeing effective sorting, eye-catching displays, and regular stock rotation. Supporting the Shop Manager to meet income targets, while driving high retail standards through strong leadership and team motivation. Assisting with the recruitment, induction, training, and ongoing support of volunteers – helping everyone to thrive. Actively encouraging local donations to keep the shop well-stocked with quality items. Helping to coordinate furniture collections and deliveries to ensure a smooth customer experience. About Big C: Big C provides free holistic support for those affected by cancer, through: Warm and welcoming support centres. Virtual services like video chats and phone calls. Services include counselling, complementary therapies, group support, and more. Founded over 40 years ago, Big C has raised over £45 million, runs 11 shops, provides support and information through its centres and online, and supports impactful cancer research at Norwich Research Park. Role Details: Part-time, 14 hours per week (flexible schedule, includes weekends). Salary: £9,019.84 to £9,095.30 per annum (£22,549.61 to £22,738.25 full time equivalent) Why Big C: Best Employers Gold Accredited employer. Core values: Respect, Empathy, Support, Trust, Honesty. Benefits: Pension, holiday entitlement, cycle-to-work scheme, wellbeing resources, training opportunities, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the Dereham community and being part of a values-driven retail team. If you are reading this from our website, you will be able to access and download the full job description for this role here: JDPS Assistant Shop Manager 2025.pdf For an accessible version of this job description, please access here: JDPS Assistant Shop Manager - Dereham - Accessible Version for Visually Impaired.docx Recruitment Process Big C are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young adults and children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a barred list check. Additionally, your application plays an essential part in our choosing the right person for this position. When applying, please complete the online application fully. Information to support your application can be in your attached covering letter or where indicated in the application. If you are unable to complete online, please email [email protected] for advice. The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 26 October 2025 but is likely to close early if enough applications have been received.