* Do you want to work for a company that passionately cares about its colleagues, stakeholders and the planet?
* Do you want to work for a company that is different, exciting, innovative and extremely successful within the charity retail market?
* Would you like to have some amazing benefits such as a virtual GP service, fantastic pension scheme and a starting holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays?
* Do you need a new challenge that not only helps you to develop your skills, but is integral to the community?
* Did we mention, there is no evening or Sunday working too?!
* Do you have excellent customer service skills?
If this is you, read on!
Part time, 15 hours, £12.58 per hour.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Sales Assistant. If you have had customer-focused experience, whether in paid or voluntary roles and have a friendly and positive outlook, then we are looking for you to assist our Shop Manager and team of hardworking volunteers to make our shop as successful as it can possibly be.
* Help to maintain high standards of visual merchandising throughout the shop
* Assist our customers throughout their visit, from entering the shop to completing their purchase
* Actively promote and explain the benefits of Gift Aid to customers and other various promotions
* Complete all company paperwork, including cashing up and banking procedures
* Encourage and assist in the training of volunteers
* Assist in the sorting and preparation of all donated stock
* Travel to other shops if part of a cluster from time to time
* Support the Shop Manager in all aspects of best practice and Health and Safety Procedures
* Be responsible for the daily running of the shop and management of volunteers in the Manager's absence
* Ensure that personal behavior reflects the visions and values of the company
If you:
* Are resilient, supportive, caring, hands-on and enthusiastic
* Possess a positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service
* Want to make a positive change
* Take pride in everything that you do in order to maintain the high standards that we promise to our colleagues, stakeholders and ourselves
* Are adaptable; able to think on your feet
* Have a keen interest in the environment and sustainability
* Have an engaging personality, the desire to succeed and be the best you can be
THEN SALVATION ARMY TRADING COMPANY LTD WANTS YOU!
Hours will be worked on a shift basis between Monday - Saturday.
Company Benefits
* Annual Leave: Starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, with the ability to buy an extra week.
* Virtual GP Service: Phone consultations available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and video consultations from 8am to 10 pm, 7 days a week.
* Excellent Pension Scheme: SATCoL offers a Defined Contribution Scheme, with the company doubling your contributions, up to 6%, and giving you Life Assurance of 3 x your normal salary.
* Company Sick Pay: This is paid from the end of your probation period and increases during your employment with us.
* Discounts: All colleagues are entitled to a 25% discount of all original, full priced products sold by SATCoL.
* Wellbeing Commitment: Our colleagues are our most important asset, and we are committed to the wellbeing of our teams.
Why join Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL)?
* Be part of a continually developing and growing company who works tirelessly to help fund The Salvation Army’s vital work with vulnerable people in the UK.
* Work for a company that cares for its colleagues, stakeholders, community and environment.
* We are at the forefront of textile reuse and recycling.
* We have a strong and positive culture, led by our values ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Equality’.
* We believe in empowering people; our roles offer lots of independence.
* Whatever our colleagues’ workplace aspirations, SATCoL supports them at all levels to grow and succeed.
* We value every colleague, promoting inclusivity and collaborative working.
* We offer a wide variety of opportunities that offer exciting challenges and new experiences.
The Salvation Army registered charity 214779 and in Scotland no. SC009359
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