Shop Assistant

**Shop Assistant**:
Reference number:
**RN147**

**Location**:
**QEF Charity shop - Chessington Childrens Shop**

**Salary**:
**£17,286.47 (FTE)**

Hours:
**21 hours per week (35 FTE)**

Closing date:
**Friday March 31, 2023**

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QEF Retail Trading has a network of retail shops throughout Surrey and Middlesex that sell a wide range of donated goods (branded clothing, household Items, soft furnishings, furniture, toys & games) all at inexpensive prices to raise funds for QEF. Each shop is managed by the shop manager and supported by area managers, with a wonderful team of volunteers. The role of the assistant is to deputise in the manager’s absence.

**Job Purpose**

Our Chessington Childrens Shop specializes in all thing Childrens, from Clothing to equipment, toys and games.

You would be working closely with the shop manager, undertaking specific duties as requested and deputising in his/her absence

**About the role**
- A high standard of presentation in the shop will need to be maintained, ensuring that regular rotation of stock is carried out in line with our current procedures.
- All daily administrative duties and cash handling procedures would need to be achieved in accordance with our procedures.
- The safety of our team and that of the customers is paramount. You will have E learning for the Health & Safety of our team and yourself, with refresher courses.
- Your service to the customers and our valued donators will be second to none.
- You will be required to comply with all current legislation, organisational policies & procedures, and promotions.

**About you**
- You are passionate about your area of work.
- Our Values and Behaviours inspire you.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
- Previous experience of charity shop retail is desirable.

***Being part of QEF means**
- Actively participating in learning, development, and feedback opportunities
- Promoting QEF’s Equal Opportunities policy
- Being an active team player
- Being an ambassador of QEF’s Values and Behaviours

**Benefits**

Being part of QEF means that you will be valued as a key member of a charity that is passionate about its work. You’ll gain a sense of professional satisfaction from knowing that every day you have worked as a team to improve someone else’s life. Whether you work in one of our shops, or in one of our client facing roles, you’ll never be far away from the inspiring journey of our service users. In addition, you’ll receive:

- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata).
- Pension and Life Assurance.
- Westfield Healthcare Cash back scheme and shopping discounts.
- Range of training opportunities provided to ensure career development.

**Further Information**

**To find out more and how to Apply**
- If you are interested in becoming part of team QEF please