Job Opportunity: Sunday Sales Assistant at Age UK
Age UK has another fantastic opportunity! We are recruiting for a Sunday Sales Assistant in our Halstead store.
Our shops raise vital funds that enable the charity to support older people across the UK.
We are looking for a Sunday Sales Assistant to provide a quality retail service, taking responsibility for running our busy shop on Sundays. This varied role will include managing stock, displaying goods, maintaining the shop's appearance, maximising sales, and promoting Gift Aid to our valued customers.
** PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 9 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT **
If you wish to utilize your skills and experience in a role that helps raise funds for excellent services and support provided by Age UK, we would love to hear from you!
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to certain weight limit).
To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK.
** Salary advertised is effective from 1st April 2025 **
About You:
* Excellent customer service skills
* Literate and numerate
* An effective team player
* Ability to lift and carry heavy bags of stock
* A basic knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire regulations
* Previous experience of working or managing a retail shop would be an advantage
* A flexible approach to your job is essential
What We Offer:
* A 6-hour working week
* 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance
* A generous pension – we will contribute 8%
* Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
* Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
* Tickets for Good – Free and discounted tickets for events
Additional Information:
To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under 18, as the successful candidate will work alone in the shop.
All CVs will be anonymised during the application process. Please remove personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement to support fair and unbiased recruitment.
We are particularly keen to hear from applicants from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Early application is encouraged, as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk and children from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
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