Do you love retail and animals?
Would you like a role where your work directly helps animals feel safe, cared for and loved?
At Margaret Green Animal Rescue, every item sold in our charity shops helps fund rescue, care and enrichment for animals who need a second chance.
Our Winton shop in Bournemouth is a vital part of this work, and we're looking for a kind, confident and hands-on Shop Manager to lead it.
What this role is really about
This role is about leading people, running a great shop and making a difference.
You'll create a welcoming, well-organised shop that customers love to visit, volunteers feel proud to work in, and that raises vital funds for animals in our care.
Your main duties will include:
Leading the day-to-day running of the Wareham shop, ensuring it opens, trades and closes smoothly
Managing, supporting and motivating a team of volunteers, helping them feel confident, valued and involved
Recruiting and training new volunteers, making sure they receive a warm welcome and ongoing support
Sorting, pricing and merchandising donated stock, using your retail judgement to maximise income
Monitoring sales and targets, and taking practical action to improve performance
Delivering excellent customer service, creating a friendly and welcoming experience for every visitor
Ensuring high standards of presentation, cleanliness and safety throughout the shop
Handling cash, banking and paperwork accurately, in line with charity procedures
Following health & safety, safeguarding and charity retail policies
Building positive relationships in the local community and supporting fundraising activity.
We'd love to hear from you if you…
Enjoy leading and supporting people
Have experience in retail (supervisory or management experience is ideal, but not essential)
Are organised, reliable and happy to be hands-on
Have a good eye for stock, value and presentation
Care deeply about animal welfare and the work of charities
Enjoy being part of your local community.
Experience working with volunteers or in charity retail is a bonus, but not essential — we're looking for the right attitude and heart.
Why join Margaret Green Animal Rescue?
Every sale helps an animal in need
You'll be part of a supportive, caring and values-led organisation
Your work will have real meaning and impact
You'll be trusted, supported and encouraged to grow.
If you're looking for a role where your retail skills, leadership and compassion come together, we'd love to hear from you.
This position is full-time at 40 hours per week, across 5 days (Monday – Sunday).