Weekend Assistant Manager

Farleigh Hospice is a high performing organisation providing specialist palliative and end of life care for people with life limiting illness in the Mid Essex region. Our team at Farleigh has grown and evolved to meet the changings needs of the community we serve and we are looking for highly motivated Assistant Store Manager to join our retail team.

This role will provide support to the warehouse retail team, and Warehouse Store Manager, by assisting in fulfilling stock requirements, maximising shop profits and developing creative displays for the benefit of Farleigh Hospice. This position covers 2 warehouses selling furniture and clothing. Trading is over 7 days.

You will be;

* Someone who can work on their own and as part of a team

* Driven by sales targets and the challenge of exceeding them

* Interested in merchandising items to drive sales

* Willing to learn new skills

* Physically able to undertake manual handling tasks such as moving stock/furniture

You will have;

* Experience of working in a customer facing environment

* Good communication skills

* Previous retail experience required.

We offer a great working environment, a competitive pay and benefit package, flexible working and a strong team to support you.

If you require further information please view the job description here or contact the recruiting manager Vicki Dowdall on vicki.dowdall@farleighhospice.org for an informal chat.

Please note that the application form times out after 60 minutes of inactivity, so please save your progress if necessary.

(If we receive a high number of applications we will close the vacancy before the closing date)

Farleigh Hospice is committed to creating an inclusive working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated.  To achieve this we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Farleigh Hospice operates a three-month probation period. Positions may be subject to DBS Disclosure. Charity Registration No: 284670