Assistant Shop Manager

2 weeks ago


Hythe, United Kingdom Blue Cross Full time

Assistant Shop Manager - Hythe Application Deadline: 11 December 2025 Department: Fundraising, Comms & Engagement Employment Type: Permanent Location: Hythe Reporting To: Shop Manager Compensation: GBP 8,958 / year Description Contract: Permanent, part time (14 hours over 2 days) Salary: GBP 8,958 per annum pro rata (GBP 22,394 FTE) Location: Hythe, Southampton Closing date: 11th December 2025 Charity shops are the in-place to shop and in 2025 and by joining our team in the heart of the Waterside, you will be a part of establishing this shop within the local community and keeping people and their pets at the heart of everything that we do. This store needs someone who knows the community and be someone who can help build on our loyal customer base, continuing to nurture strong relationships with our generous local donors.Every item sold directly supports our vital work: caring for sick, injured, and homeless pets, and helping over 40,000 animals each year through our rehoming, veterinary, and education programmes. As part of our leadership team, you’ll be a positive role model, guiding and motivating our volunteers to create a warm, welcoming shopping experience. Drawing on your people‑management skills, you’ll contribute to recruiting and training new volunteers, share your merchandising know‑how, and deliver outstanding customer service to both shoppers and donors. Whether you’re currently a team leader or supervisor ready for the next step, or an experienced manager seeking a fresh and rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you. About you You will have: Previous experience of working in a retail environment Cash handling and reconciliation experience Experience of leading a team Experience of providing great customer experience Computer and administration skills It would also be great if you had: Managing volunteers How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash planUnlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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