Shop Manager and Deputy Shop Manager
- Recruiter
- Sense
- Location
- Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
- Salary
- £15,499 - £17,635 per annum dependant on position
- Posted
- 16 May 2018
- Closes
- 30 May 2018
- Ref
- 150699_S_42614
- Sectors
- Charity & Voluntary, Management, Retail
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Sense has an exciting opportunity for reliable and motivated individuals to join our team at our new shop in Burton, Staffordshire. We’re looking for a motivated Shop Manager and Deputy Manager to work 37.5 hours per week, full time.
Shop Manager and Deputy Shop Manager
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, full time
Location: Burton, Staffordshire
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £15,499 - £17,635 per annum (pro rata), dependant on position
About the role
You will lead and support a small, enthusiastic team of staff and volunteers.
This will be a hands-on role involving the selection, pricing and presentation of donated stock and, of course, customer service. The Shop Manager is also responsible for the appearance of the shop and completing administration tasks. You will be responsible for generating income by maximising sales, controlling costs and encouraging your local community to donate saleable items.
As an ambassador of Sense, you will raise vital funds for the charity and promote who we are and what we do to the members of your local community. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people who find it difficult to communicate and connect with the world, especially those with sensory impairments.
About you
The successful applicant will need to be self-motivated, creative and positively committed to working in charity retail. You’ll have experience of providing excellent customer service and motivating a team to do the same.
You’ll have an eye for detail and will ensure a safe, clean and inviting environment for customers, staff and volunteers.
Previous experience of working in a retail environment is highly desirable.
This position requires the applicant to be willing to work Bank Holidays and weekends as required.
About us
Sense is a national disability charity that supports people with complex communication needs to be understood, connected and valued.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
Closing date: Wednesday 30 May 2018
Interview date: To be confirmed
To start: To be discussed at interview
TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:
If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to be directed to the Sense website where you can download the Job Description and complete the application process.
We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines and job description (available on our website) before applying. If you are a disabled candidate and require a hard copy pack or a different format for example large print, Braille or audio more information is available on our website.
Sense is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.
No agencies please.