Shop Assistant – Shepperton

Introduction

QEF Retail Trading has a network of retail shops throughout Surrey and Middlesex that sell a wide range of donated goods (clothing, bric-a-brac, toys & games) all at bargain prices.

Job Purpose

Assisting the Manager to maintaining high standards of shop presentation, actively helping to recruit volunteers and encouraging the general public to donate stock. Being part of a team achieving the sales target. Covering the manager’s day off.

About the role

To work closely with the shop manager, undertaking specific duties as requested and deputising in his/her absence

• To ensure the shop operates effectively and achieve its maximum trading potential
• To maintain a high standard of presentation in the shop, ensuring that regular rotation of stock is carried out in line with current company procedures

About you

• You are passionate about your area of work
• Our Values and Behaviours inspire you
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.

• Previous experience of charity shop retail is desirable.

About the team

The shops are each run by a shop manager and supported by the Head of Retail and a great team of volunteers. In some locations a paid assistant is employed to deputise in the manager’s absence.

Being part of QEF means

• Actively participating in learning, development and feedback opportunities
• Promoting QEF’s Equal Opportunities policy
• Being an active team player
• Being an ambassador of QEF’s Values and Behaviours

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Pension and Life Assurance
• Westfield Healthcare Cash back scheme and shopping discounts
• Range of training opportunities provided to ensure career development
• Higher than minimum employer contribution
• Blue light card

Further Information

How to Apply

• If you are interested in becoming part of team QEF please