Standby Shop Assistant: Wilmslow

**Contract: Zero hours contract**
**Salary: £13.45 per hour**
**Location: Grove St, Wilmslow**
**Closing Date: Thursday 24 October 2024**

Blue Cross is a leading animal welfare charity with a proud history of caring for animals in need. We've been dedicated to helping pets since 1897, and your role as a** Standby Shop Assistant** will directly contribute to our ongoing mission.

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team at our lovely shop in **Grove Street, Wilmslow**. Our shops are filled with a treasure trove of donated items, including clothing, books, toys, household goods, and soft furnishings. We also offer a range of new products to complement our donated items. Every purchase helps us provide vital care for animals in need.About the Role
- As a Standby Shop Assistant, you will provide essential support to the Shop Manager in the day-to-day running of our shop. Our store is open Monday to Saturday, from 9am to 5pm.- Your role will involve assisting with customer service, stock management, and general shop duties. You will be on a zero-hour contract and your hours of work will vary depending on the shop's needs.

**By joining our team, you will**:

- **Make a real difference to the lives of animals.** Every sale contributes to the care of thousands of animals each year.
- **Be part of a passionate and dedicated team** committed to improving the lives of pets.
- **Work in a friendly and supportive environment** where your contributions are valued.
- **Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of £13.45.**

**We are looking for someone who**:

- Has previous experience working in a retail environment.
- Is proficient in cash handling and reconciliation.
- Has supervisory experience.
- Thrives in a customer-facing environment.
- Possesses computer literacy and administration skills.

**It would also be great if you have experience**:

- Managing volunteers.

**How to Apply**

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.About Blue Cross
- Blue Cross is a national charity that has been helping sick, injured and homeless pets since 1897.

Every month we help thousands of pets and their people by providing veterinary care, expert behaviour advice and find homeless pets loving families. We also offer education for future generations plus pet bereavement support for those who have lost their beloved pet companion.

We love the ways that pets can make such an amazing difference to the people they live with and we offer lifelong support and advice to help that unique relationship thrive. With your support we can give back to more pets and their families who need our help.

Pets change lives. We change theirs.

**Our commitment to diversity and inclusion**

We believe that every pet should enjoy a healthy life in a happy home, and we always seek to recruit the best people who share our values and commitment so we can continue to help and support pet owners across the UK to achieve this.
- At Blue Cross, we want you to feel that you belong, without the need to hide any part of who you are.
- Diversity and inclusion at Blue Cross means creating a workplace where all people, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, nation or country of origin, disability, age, and socioeconomic backgrounds are welcome, respected, supported, and have access to equal opportunities.
- We are working hard to reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve at every level of our organisation. As much as we have made positive advances, we consider diversity and inclusion to be a work in progress - a continual commitment that remains a priority for all of us.

**Our values**

Our values define the way we do things. We use them every day to guide us, and to make sure we put people and pets at the heart of everything we do.

**Compassionate**: We listen, we are non-judgmental, we are kind and caring to the pets and people we encounter, and we offer support in difficult times

**Courageous**: We make brave decisions, embrace change, and encourage innovation, ensuring we always act with integrity - doing the right thing even when no one is looking

**Inclusive**: We value all our relationships and work in an open and positive culture where we celebrate our diverse talents and empower you to be you

**Application Deadline**

October 24, 2024

**Department**

Fundraising, Comms & Engagement

**Employment Type**

Zero Hours

**Location**

Wilmslow

**Workplace type**

Onsite

**Compensation**

£13.45 / hour

**Reporting To**

Shop Manager