You should have retail experience, confidence with money, strong communication skills, a commercial mindset, and a passion for excellent customer service and anticipating customer needs.

You will assist the shop manager, engage customers, operate the till, create displays, and sort stock for an excellent shopping experience.

Customer Relations

Hospitality & Retail

United Kingdom

Inverness

Large

The British Red Cross is a volunteer-led movement that connects those who have kindness to share, with the people who need it most.
 
We help people in crisis get the support they need anywhere in the UK and around the world.
 
The people we help can trust that we’re completely neutral, independent and impartial. Our supporters know that we help those most in need, and our staff and volunteers can see they’re a part of a unique movement which anyone is welcome to join.

Non-profit

British Red Cross

Non-profit sector 

For over 150 years, the British Red Cross has helped people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are.

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  <b>Shop Assistant</b><br> <b>Location:</b><b> Nairn</b><br> <b>Hours: 21 per week</b><br> <b> </b>
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  <b>Contract Type: Permanent</b>
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  <b>Salary: £21,840 per annum based on 35 hours per week</b><br> <br>
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   <b><i>Are you a retail superstar who is passionate about helping make a difference?</i></b><br> <br> We're on the lookout for a dynamic <b>Shop</b> <b>Assistant</b> to join our friendly team. This fantastic opportunity will help you develop your retail skills while making a positive impact. Come join us in our mission to spread kindness! Why work for the Red Cross?
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   “The camaraderie. The feeling of being part of something bigger and knowing that all the hard work goes to help those in crisis” <b>- Deborah, Shop Manager</b>
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   <b>What will a day in the life of a Shop Assistant involve?</b><br>
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   <li>Assisting the shop manager to run a lucrative, customer-focussed shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.</li>
   <li>Helping to create a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.</li>
   <li>Confident working on the shop floor, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, operate the till, and create striking displays.</li>
   <li>Being responsible for sorting stock and preparing items for display, behind the scenes.</li>
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   <b>To be a successful </b><b>Shop Assistant</b><b>, what will you need?</b>
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    <li>Previous experience of working in a retail environment and are confident with handling money</li>
    <li>To be a strong communicator who thrives on providing excellent customer service and enjoys meeting lots of different people.</li>
    <li>A commercial savvy mindset, with a grasp of hitting targets</li>
    <li>To appreciate and anticipate each customer's needs and delight them with the service provided</li>
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   <b>The closing date for your application is 23.59 on Thursday 14th November 2024. </b>Please note, we reserve the right to close applications early, given high volume.<br> <br> <b>In return for your commitment and expertise, what will you get?</b>
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    <li><b>Holidays: </b>36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.</li>
    <li><b>Pension scheme: </b>Up to 6% contributory pension.</li>
    <li><b>Flexible working: </b>We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.</li>
    <li><b>Learning &amp; Development: </b>Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.</li>
    <li><b>Discounts: </b>Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.</li>
    <li><b>Wellbeing Support: </b>Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.</li>
    <li><b>Team Working: </b>Support our mission in a collaborative team.</li>
    <li><b>Cycle2Work: </b>Lease a bicycle through the scheme<b>.</b></li>
    <li><b>Season ticket loan: </b>Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.</li>
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   <i>At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.</i>
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   <b><i>Together, we are the world's emergency responders</i></b>
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  Shop Assistant Location: Nairn Hours: 21 per week  
 
 
  Contract Type: Permanent
 
 
  Salary: £21,840 per annum based on 35 hours per week 
  
   Are you a retail superstar who is passionate about helping make a difference?  We're on the lookout for a dynamic Shop Assistant to join our friendly team. This fantastic opportunity will help you develop your retail skills while making a positive impact. Come join us in our mission to spread kindness! Why work for the Red Cross?
  
  
  
   “The camaraderie. The feeling of being part of something bigger and knowing that all the hard work goes to help those in crisis” - Deborah, Shop Manager
   
   
    
   
  
  
   What will a day in the life of a Shop Assistant involve?
  
  
   Assisting the shop manager to run a lucrative, customer-focussed shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.
   Helping to create a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.
   Confident working on the shop floor, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, operate the till, and create striking displays.
   Being responsible for sorting stock and preparing items for display, behind the scenes.
  
  
   To be a successful Shop Assistant, what will you need?
  
  
   
    Previous experience of working in a retail environment and are confident with handling money
    To be a strong communicator who thrives on providing excellent customer service and enjoys meeting lots of different people.
    A commercial savvy mindset, with a grasp of hitting targets
    To appreciate and anticipate each customer's needs and delight them with the service provided
   
  
  
   The closing date for your application is 23.59 on Thursday 14th November 2024. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications early, given high volume.  In return for your commitment and expertise, what will you get?
  
  
   
    Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
    Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
    Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
    Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
    Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
    Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
    Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
    Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
    Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
   
  
  
   At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
  
  
  
   Together, we are the world's emergency responders
  
 


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