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Retail Sunday Assistant (Blackheath)
Apply locations: Blackheath
Shop time type: Part time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Time left to apply: End Date: May 12, 2025 (10 days left to apply)
Job requisition id: R031071
Millions of bargain-hunters. Endless pre-loved items. One meaningful purpose.
Retail store assistant (with keyholder responsibility)
£12.56 per hour plus benefits
Reports to: Shop manager
Department: Trading
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 6 – Sundays only
Location: Blackheath
Closing date: Sunday 11th May 23:55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found.
Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That’s why we’re looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you.
We’re looking for a motivated retail assistant to join Cancer Research UK’s trading team. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK and taking responsibility for the shop on a Sunday.
You’ll also be surrounded by people who are as dedicated to beating cancer as you are.
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 wider 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 ensure customers and supporters feel welcome and appreciated.
* Maintaining shop standards regarding safeguarding, compliance, and health and safety.
* Performing manual handling and physical activities as part of daily duties.
What are you looking for?
* Knowledge of great customer service principles.
* Experience working in lively, vibrant environments.
* Adaptability to changing situations; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Commercial awareness.
* Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively.
* Flexibility to work on a rota basis; understanding that work-life balance is important.
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What will I gain?
We support you with a generous benefits package, career and personal development opportunities, and high-quality tools, policies, and processes to enable you to excel.
Our benefits include a substantial retirement plan, flexible leave, discounts, gym membership, and more.
Retail teams also have access to confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required but not viewed until interview invitation. Please complete the work history section of the online application form for quick, fair, and objective assessment.
Employment is subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.
For more information, visit our website or contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk.
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We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially under-represented ethnic minorities. Please inform us of any needs or adjustments to support your application or work experience by contacting recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to ensure safety and safeguarding.
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