Standby Shop Assistant (Wokingham)

Posted: October 22, 2024

Job Details

  • Blue Cross Pet Charity
  • Assistant
  • Zero Hours
  • £13.45 per hour
  • Wokingham, Berkshire
  • 03/11/2024

Job Description

Are you looking for a flexible role where you can make a real impact whenever you’re needed?

We’re excited to welcome a passionate and dedicated Standby Shop Assistant to our wonderful shop in Wokingham!

About the Role

Our shop is a buzzing hub in the heart of the community, loved by our fantastic customers and supported by generous donations. Every purchase helps us continue our vital work, caring for over 40,000 animals each year through our rehoming, veterinary, and education programmes.

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.

As a Standby Shop Assistant, you’ll step in to provide essential support to our instore teams, ensuring we have enough cover to keep our shop running smoothly.

You’ll assist with customer service, stock management, and general shop duties. With our shops open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00, you’ll help us maintain high standards of service and presentation.

This is a zero-hours, which means your hours will vary based on the shop’s needs. We’re committed to paying the Real Living Wage, which is currently £12 per hour. For this role, the total hourly rate is £13.45, including additional elements like holiday pay.

You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers in a role that is both flexible and impactful. If you’re excited about making a difference in a busy, supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re 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 role.
  • Possesses computer literacy and strong administration skills.

It would also be great if you have experience in:

  • Managing volunteers.

Find the job description here – Standby Shop Assistant JD

Additional Information

How to apply:

For further information and to apply online, please visit our website.