Retail Shop Assistant

2 weeks ago


Orpington, United Kingdom Demelza Hospice Care for Children Full time

We are looking for 4 Retail Shop Assistants to join our brand-new Orpington Shop on a part-time basis. The post holders will support the shop's trading operation and help maximise the potential revenue from shoppers.

In this role you will:

- Sort and process high volumes of stock within the shop
- Identify brands, fashions and collectable/valuable items
- Recognise saleable quality and condition.

Previous experience in a customer facing environment, good verbal and written communication and customer service skills are essential. You will have good IT skills including use of Microsoft packages as some computer work will be needed. You will have the ability to adapt to a changing workload, using your own initiative and effectively manage your time.

The role involves working alongside and assisting in the management and development of a team of dedicated volunteers; you will have the skills to prioritise workload and provide guidance and training.

This role will require moving and handling. Hours will be worked on a Sunday and bank holidays, however there will be a need for some flexible working across the 7-day trading week.

Demelza offers a large range of benefits and rewards. Head to our Benefits, Rewards and Wellbeing page, found under the Work with Us section on our website.

Demelza provides specialist care and emotional support for children and young people with serious and terminal conditions and their loved ones, across Kent, East Sussex and South East London. Money raised through our retail outlets helps us to be there for children and families when they need us most.

**For an informal chat please call Amanda McVay, Area Manager, on 07842 001176.**

**Closing Date Sunday 16th April 2023**

**Interview Date Friday 26th April 2023**

To see how we process your data, please see the Employee Recruitment Privacy Notice attached to this advert.

A DBS Disclosure check may be undertaken dependant on role. Demelza is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No 1039651. Demelza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To see how we process your data, please visit our website and view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.


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