Working hours: As and when required
Interview Date: To be confirmed
The Salvation Army operates a busy charity shop in Fakenham which works to meet the needs of the local community and to raise funds for the work of the Corps. We are looking to appoint a Relief Assistant Charity Shop Manager who will ensure the safe and effective management of either shop or will work to further the mission of The Salvation Army.
Key Responsibilities: In the absence of the charity shop Manager the successful applicant will assist with the running of the shop and assume responsibility for all aspects of shop management. These duties will include managing staff and volunteers, and key responsibilities will include; ensuring the highest standards of customer care, assisting in the management of the daily operation of the shop including stock management and housekeeping, managing the security and accounting of cash, health and safety issues, administrative tasks, and the recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers.
The successful candidate(s) will: Have excellent interpersonal skills, previous experience in a charity shop/retail environment and in managing staff and/or volunteers, be able to work on their own initiative and in a team, enjoy working with people, and be able to deal tactfully with staff, volunteers and the public. It is important that the candidate understands the needs of customers and has basic proficiency in Maths and English. Candidates must also be committed to the values, aims and ethos of The Salvation Army.