Would you like to support Woodgreen in achieving its goal of helping people and their pets? Do you enjoy working in a busy fast paced environment to maximise sales through high standards of customer service? Joining Woodgreen as part of our dynamic Retail team you will help to raise funds to enable our organisation to support every pet to have a home where they are loved, well cared for and enjoy positive relationships with their owners. You will be coming into the organisation at an exciting time, with a seventh season of Channel 4's 'The Dog House' airing shortly - did we mention we're proud to be the set for this award-winning show? As Assistant Shop Manager at our Bicester Charity Shop you will work as part of our shop management team as they continue to strive for excellence. Taking full responsibility in the Shop Managers absence, alongside your own designated tasks our Assistant Shop Managers will; maintain continual high standards of shop presentation, back of house operations and customer service. present and maintain the highest standards of shop and window merchandising and visual layout. recruit, train, motivate, manage and support the creation and development of a loyal and engaged team of volunteers. Ensure maximum stock availability through the processing of donation received in the shop be responsible for compliance, record keeping and cash handling be a brand ambassador for Woodgreen to work with the local community to raise awareness and engagement for our cause. If you have; Supervisory experience in a customer facing role A commercial and adaptable outlook to new ideas A passion for sustainability A compassionate approach to developing your team An ambitious and enthusiastic attitude Strong communication skills A results driven focus to ensure the right outcome for your shop and are Adaptable in changing situations and are able to work effectively independently We would love to hear from you With a salary of £23,400 pro rata per annum (equivalent to £12.00 per hour), our two opportunities have a working pattern of either 10.5 hours a week on a Sunday and a Monday or 13.5 hours a week on a two week rota pattern of Wednesday and Thursday (week 1) and Wednesday and Saturday (week 2). It is important to note that as Woodgreen Charity Shops are open 7 days a week day there may be the opportunity, from time to time, to provide cover to support holiday or absences for your Shop Management team or area should you wish to do so. This competitive salary will be complemented by; Pro rata equivalent of 36 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year to 40 days after five years Up to 8% employer pension contributions Support towards healthcare costs (cashplan) Free access to Headspace Life assurance (4x salary) 25% discount in our charity shop Due to the nature of this role there will be an element of manual handling and physical activity involved. You may also be required to work alone from time to time. For this reason we are unable to accept applications from anyone under the age of 18. This vacancy may close earlier should we receive high volumes of applications. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Please note that this role is subject to a range of pre-employment checks to include an enhanced DBS check. Woodgreen is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.