Overview
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? We are looking for a dedicated, friendly, and enthusiastic Shop Assistant to join our team at ourshop in the picturesque market town of Tavistock. This is a community-based, busy shop which sells a variety of donated items with an emphasis on clothing and bric-a-brac. As a Shop Assistant, you will play an essential role in helping raise vital funds to support the hospice's care for patients and their families.
Responsibilities
* Providing excellent customer service through representing St Luke's Values and promoting the essential work the charity provides.
* Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with both customers and donors.
* Assisting with the daily running of the shop through ensuring administration and banking, recruitment and management of volunteer staff and all health and safety requirements are adhered to.
* Processing sales transactions and stock accurately.
* Working enthusiastically and collaboratively with the Shop Volunteers, Assistants, and Shop Manager.
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Previous retail or charity work experience is desirable, and an ability to demonstrate personal flexibility is essential.
Equality, Diversity and Sponsorship
St Luke’s are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in St Luke’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQ+ people.
Please note St Luke's Hospice Plymouth does not possess a license to sponsor individuals to work in the United Kingdom.
Closing and Interview Dates
* Closing Date: 27 March 2025
* 1st Interview Date: 4 April 2025
* 2nd Interview Date: 11 April 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
What it's like to work with us
Hello and thank you for checking out our current vacancy. Our organisation is continually evolving to meet demand, with opportunities across clinical and non-clinical roles. We value all our people—from maintenance and catering staff to fundraisers, administrators, educators and IT teams—and recognise the diverse skills required to keep our vital service running smoothly.
As an Employer of Choice, we offer a wide range of benefits and rewards, including generous annual leave and pension schemes, and a health scheme that helps with eye tests, dental care and physiotherapy. It also includes access to a GP, counselling and practical information helplines, 24/7.
While working with our hospice is hugely rewarding, we recognise it can be emotionally challenging. When you join us, we will support you every step of the way.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our friendly, award-winning team. Learn more about working life at St Luke’s on our dedicated careers page.
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