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The Senior Retail General Manager leads the Southbank Centre’s retail business across three on-site shops, pop-ups and the retail e-commerce platform, ensuring a commercially successful, customer-focused and culturally distinctive retail operation.

The role is responsible for developing and delivering the retail strategy, translating the organisation's wider commercial objectives into an ambitious and sustainable retail plan. The post-holder will have significant autonomy in shaping the retail offer, identifying opportunities for growth and driving continuous improvement, while working in partnership with the Head of Department to agree strategic priorities and investment decisions.

Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of this role's responsibilities.

The annual salary stated is based on the Full-Time Equivalent (40 hours per week). If the job is part-time, the weekly hours will be stated within the advert.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.

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Job Title: Bank Retail Assistant

Salary: £16.65 per hour

Directorate: Retail

Hours: Part Time, as required

Contract Type: Bank

Location: Across our shops and distribution unit serving North Surrey and SW London

About the role

As a Bank Retail Assistant, you will step in to support the running of the shop as required, including taking the lead in the absence of the Shop Manager or Assistant Managers. In these situations, you will supervise and support a team of volunteers to maximise sales and deliver an excellent customer experience. You will help ensure the shop is well-presented, safe, and operates efficiently, maintaining high standards in line with legal requirements and Shooting Star Children’s Hospices (SSCH) policies and procedures.

Please note: This role requires travel across the Shooting Star retail network, with locations across Surrey and South West London, as well as our Distribution Unit. You must be able and willing to work across multiple sites to support operational and staffing needs. Flexibility is essential, as occasional weekend working may also be required.

About you

You are a proactive and organised individual with the confidence to lead a team in the absence of the Manager or Assistant Manager. This role requires experience of working in a retail and/or charity retail environment, along with supervising or coordinating teams, ideally including volunteers. You will bring strong leadership and communication skills, enabling you to delegate tasks effectively, motivate others, and create a positive, inclusive working environment. You are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and confident in handling queries and complaints in a professional manner, ensuring a safe and welcoming shop environment at all times.

You will also have an ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You will ensure donations are processed efficiently, stock is well merchandised, and financial procedures are followed accurately. With a flexible, hands-on approach, you thrive on supporting others and are committed to driving shop performance and maintaining high standards in line with policies and procedures.

Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.

What we offer

In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:

Health and wellbeing

• Mental Health First Aiders

Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Equality, diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.

We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.

Anticipated closing date: 18/09/2026

Please note that vacancies may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We therefore recommend submitting your application as early as possible.

About Us

Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.

Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.

Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.

As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.

We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do, and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As a Retail Area Manager you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.

To find out more about our values and how important they are to us, please read the role profile linked above.

The Benefits

We offer a wide and generous range of benefits designed to support our employees through every stage of life. To read about these, please see the benefits section of our Careers Page.

The Role

As a Retail Area Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of existing shops, and for the new shops as they open.

Supporting the Head of Retail, you will will lead by example and ensure that employees, volunteers, supporters, donors, and customers understand how their contributions are making a difference to the lives of people in Yorkshire and beyond.

As our Retail Area Manager, you will need to be a creative thinker with experience of multi-site retail management in a charity or commercial retail organisation, good team-working skills, great customer service and excellent organisational skills. You will also need to be committed to creating a welcoming professional atmosphere and demonstrating the values of Yorkshire Cancer Research.

Specifically, you will:

• Be responsible for the day to day line management for Shop Managers, Retail Support Managers and Assistant Retail Area Managers, including coaching, inspiring and motivating team members so they are clear about their role and feel fully supported in driving the charity forward.

• Work closely with Shop Managers, Retail Support Managers and Assistant Retail Area Managers with regards to rota management and provide support where necessary to ensure each shop is sufficiently staffed.

• Lead Shop Managers to deliver a consistent brand experience across the retail estate to customers and volunteers alike.

• Coach and support Shop Managers to ensure they manage risk and implement and adhere to all shop operating policies and standards, including Health and Safety and Trading Standards.

• Be accountable for an area budget and achieve or exceed budgeted income, expenditure, and contribution (net income).

• Coach and lead Shop Managers and Retail Support Managers to deliver KPI’s, identifying areas of improvement and taking action where necessary.

• Be responsible for identifying ways to maintain and maximise income in collaboration with the Shop Managers, whilst ensuring basic sales information is accessible to volunteers so they are kept up to date.

• Ensure that all charity policies, shop standards and operating procedures are communicated effectively to all Shop Managers and effectively cascaded to volunteers. Regularly review that they are all maintained and followed in a consistent manner.

• Ensure our shops are presented to the highest standards with attractive visual merchandising and window displays and coach the Shop Managers to continually improve visual merchandising standards and share best practice.

• Be responsible for developing operational processes and ensuring each process is implemented in shops and communicated effectively to Shop Managers.

• Be responsible for the recruitment and induction of Shop Managers, Retail Support Managers, and Deputy Shop Managers working with the People Team and following the charity’s recruitment process.

• Lead, coach and develop the Shop Managers and Retail Support Managers, role modelling the internal PDR approach and wellbeing focus.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Experience of multi-site retail management in a charity organisation.

• Experience of building and leading a team of employees and volunteers including recruitment and development.

• Knowledge and experience of effective stock rotation and management.

• Experience of meeting and exceeding targets within a retail environment.

• Strong merchandising and/or retail display experience.

• To be ideally educated to A Level or equivalent.

• Convincing and persuasive written, oral and presentation skills with the ability to present ideas and issues, clearly, and coherently.

• Be highly organised with good time management skills and the ability to prioritise a workload to meet deadlines.

• Excellent IT skills and confident using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Access to your own vehicle and a full UK driving licence with less than 6 penalty points.

Application

Before applying, please read the full role profile linked above.

Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer. We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact us.

Permanent

0 hour sessional contract

£12.71 per hour

Location: Stockton Heath, London Road

Benefits include but not limited to:

-36 days' annual leave [full time roles only], inclusive of flexible bank holidays, increasing with length of service

-Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

-We match up to 8% pension

-Free counselling service

-Opportunities to develop and widen your skills

-2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation

About us: The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need.

We run over 100 retail shops covering the whole of the UK - every one of these shops play a vital role in our mission to providing support to children and young adults. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

About the role:

This role sits within our Retail Domain, which transforms donated goods into vital income to support young people across the UK. You'll play a key part in our Stockton Heath shop, supporting the shop manager & team to deliver excellent customer service, community engagement, and income generation. As part of this role, you will be required to be flexible including some weekends.

We're looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and reliable Shop Assistant with the ability to deliver excellent customer service, support volunteers and help maximise shop income through the sale of donated goods, driving improvements that strengthen the shop's performance and community impact.

Key Skills and Competencies

The required skills and competencies for this role are:

-Passionate about delivering excellent customer service and creating a welcoming environment for customers and donors.

-Able to work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and volunteers to achieve shared objectives.

-Organised and dependable, with the ability to manage a variety of shop floor and stockroom tasks in a busy environment.

-Retail experience, and a “can do”, positive approach

-Good IT skills

It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies:

-Previous experience in a retail, charity retail or customer-facing environment.

-Experience handling cash, operating tills and maintaining accurate records.

-Knowledge of visual merchandising, stock presentation and identifying opportunities to increase sales and donations.

-Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

-Experience of working with volunteers

Closing date: Midnight on 16/09/26

Interviews: Dates TBC

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 2 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details.

AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.

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Retail Advert

Permanent

37 hours a week to include Sundays and Bank Holidays

£27,820.80 per annum

Location: Surbiton

Benefits include but not limited to:

-Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

-We match up to 8% pension

-Free counselling service

-Opportunities to develop and widen your skills

-2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation

About us:The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need.

We run over 100 retail shops covering the whole of the UK - every one of these shops play a vital role in our mission to providing support to children and young adults. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

About the role:This role sits within our Retail Domain, which transforms donated goods into vital income to support young people across the UK. You'll play a key part in our Surbiton shop, leading a team to deliver excellent customer service, community engagement, and income generation. As part of this role, you will be required to follow a shift of 37 hours per week.

We're looking for a passionate and motivated Shop Manager with the ability to lead people, grow a volunteer team and drive shop profits, driving improvements that strengthen the shop's performance and community impact.

Key Skills and Competencies:

The required skills and competencies for this role are:

-Retail or similar people management experience

-Commercial awareness to drive and deliver sales

-Positivity and resilience

-Demonstrable experience of successfully leading, developing and motivating a team

-Experience of managing to an income and expenditure budget

-Good IT skills

It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies:

-Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

-Experience of managing a team of volunteers

-Experience of the charity retail sector

Closing date: Midnight on Friday 25th September 2026.

Interviews: Date to be confirmed.

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 2 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details.

AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.

Fixed Term Contract until October 2027, with possible extension

Zero hours contract which can vary weekly dependent on business need. Flexible hours. Also to cover holidays of other van driver

£12.71 per hour

Location: Based at Washington but to service 11 shops in a cluster in the North East. Brand new van provided.

Benefits include but not limited to:

-We match up to 8% pension

-Free counselling service

-Free parking if applicable

About us: The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need.

We run over 100 retail shops covering the whole of the UK - every one of these shops play a vital role in our mission to providing support to children and young adults. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

About the role:This role sits within our Retail Domain, which transforms donated goods into vital income to support young people across the UK.

We're looking for a driver that has experience of driving a van and who is able to lift and carry bags from the van into a shop and vice versa.

Key Skills and Competencies:

The required skills and competencies for this role are:

-A clean driving licence and van driving experience.

-Good knowledge of local areas and ability to route plan efficient delivery and collection

-Able to work on own and plan routes.

-Ability to complete paperwork as required.

-Punctual & Reliable

-Excellent people skills & customer service.

-Able to communicate well and work as part of a team.

Advantageous Skills & Competencies:

-Experience working in a charity retail environment.

-Experience of working with volunteers

-Manual handling understanding and experience

-Vehicle checks and maintenance awareness

Closing date: Midnight on 21st September 2026

Interviews: Interview date yet to be confirmed

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 2 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details.

AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.

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Sessional Shop Assistant - Nottingham Shops

Fixed Term contract until August 2027 (Secondment Cover)

Zero Hour Contract - £12.71 Per Hour

Location: Various Shop Locations in Nottingham (based in Arnold)

Benefits include but not limited to:

-Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

-We match up to 8% pension

-Free counselling service

-Opportunities to develop and widen your skills

-2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation

About us: The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need.

We run over 100 retail shops covering the whole of the UK - every one of these shops play a vital role in our mission to providing support to children and young adults. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

About the role:This role sits within our Retail Domain, which transforms donated goods into vital income to support young people across the UK. You'll play a key part in our Nottingham shops, supporting our shop managers to cover to keep doors open

Key Skills and Competencies:

The required skills and competencies for this role are:

-Retail experience, and a “can do”, positive approach

-Excellent people skills & customer service

-Good IT skills

-Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies:

-Experience of working with volunteers

Closing date: 21st September 2026

Interviews: TBC

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 2 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details.

AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.

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Job Title: Assistant Shop Manager

Salary: £17,316 - £23,088 per annum (pro-rata of full time equivalent £28,860)

Team: Twickenham

Hours: Part Time, 22.5 - 30 per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Twickenham Shop, 4BW TW1

About the role

Your key purpose will be to support the successful day to day running of our brand new Twickenham shop, making this an exciting opportunity to be part of a new role from the very beginning. Working alongside the Shop Manager, you will help maximise sales, deliver excellent customer service, and lead and support a team of volunteers to create a welcoming and engaging shopping experience. You will play an important role in processing and merchandising donations, promoting Gift Aid, maintaining high shop standards, and ensuring the shop operates efficiently and in line with relevant policies and procedures.

About you

This role requires experience of supporting the management of a retail environment, including knowledge of customer service, cash handling, stock management, and health and safety practices. You will be organised, proactive, and confident working in a busy setting, with the ability to motivate and support volunteers, prioritise competing demands, and build positive relationships with customers and colleagues. Strong communication, IT, and organisational skills are essential, along with a flexible approach and a willingness to work weekends as part of a rota.

Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.

What we offer

In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:

Pension scheme

• NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions

Annual leave

• 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
• 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service

Contractual benefits

• Generous sick pay scheme
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
• Flexible working arrangements
• Death in service benefits
• Reimbursed professional membership fees
• Eye care
• Employee referral scheme
• Blue Light discount card

Health and wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health
• Mindfulness sessions
• Mental Health First Aiders

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.

We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.

Anticipated closing date: 20/09/2026

Please note that vacancies may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications to ensure full consideration for the role.

As a Store Manager you will manage the day to day running of our Greenhaw Road Community Store, leading a team of colleagues to maximise store sales and profits. By doing so you will play a crucial role in raising the funds for the amazing services and support Barnardo's provides for children, young people, parents, and carers across the UK.

Location: The successful post holder will be based at Unit 5, Greenhaw Road, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 7RZ.

Working Pattern: 35 hours per week.

Salary: £25,480 per annum plus £500 hot spot allowance

Please note the role will include moving high volumes of stock on a daily basis.

Some but not all key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring stock is generated over the door by members of the public and donors sign up to the Gift Aid scheme.
• Ensure that the high standard of service to customers that is expected by Barnardo's is maintained at all times.
• Implement promotions in the Store as directed by Head Office or your Area Business Manager.
• Maintain a high standard of presentation, both in the windows and the interior of the Store.
• Ensure there is adequate stock available on the shop floor, at all times, on all key lines.
• Provide training, development, work reviews and appraisals for paid staff to enable them to perform their jobs efficiently and effectively.
• Create an organised and pleasant working environment for staff and volunteers.
• Actively recruit the correct/specified number volunteers to deliver the stores objectives and KPI's.
• Ensure all financial, cash handling and security procedures are adhered to as per the Barnardo's Manager's Manual and the relevant Retail procedures.
• Hold the shop keys, ensuring that the shop is secure whenever it is left unattended.

Idea Candidates Must Haves:

• Demonstratable experience of working in a fashion industry.
• Experience of managing a team in a customer service environment.
• Evidence of recruiting, training and developing a team.
• Ability to liaise and respond to a variety of people from varying backgrounds.
• Ability to meet the needs of customers on a face-to-face basis, in order to generate sales and increase customer usage of the shop.
• Evidence of experience of working to budgets and targets.
• Proven experience of meeting targets and KPI's.
• Evidence of working with Health & Safety requirements and company policies and procedures
• Experience of working with IT systems, admin and figures.
• Flexible approach to working hours and days including working Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays as appropriate and when required. Also assisting in area team, including cover at other Stores, if necessary.

The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.

* As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.

Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available, please check this before proceeding with your application. If you require a reasonable adjustment as part of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will discuss appropriate arrangements with you.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

Ready to take the lead at the heart of a thriving charity retail operation?

At Wakefield Hospice, every donation helps provide specialist care, comfort and support to people living with life-limiting conditions and their families when they need it most. As their new Donation Centre Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring every donated item reaches its maximum potential and generates vital income to support hospice services.

• Location: Wakefield
• Salary: £27,000 - £29,000
• Contract: 37.5 Hours per Week, Permanent
• Benefits: includes a Healthcare Cash Plan, 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, a volunteer day, wellbeing and mental health support, pension and employee discount schemes, as well as subsidised lunches, free hot drinks, and free on-site parking.

Wakefield Hospice:

For over 30 years, Wakefield Hospice has provided compassionate care and support to local people and their families. Retail income plays a vital role in enabling them to continue delivering these essential services, making this an opportunity to have a direct and meaningful impact. Everything they do is underpinned by their values of Caring, Professional, Aspirational and Inclusive, and they are looking for someone who shares that commitment.

The Role:

This is a varied leadership position that combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational management. You will lead the Donation Centre team, manage stock flow across shops and online channels, oversee transport and logistics, and ensure income generation opportunities are maximised.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the sorting, processing and distribution of donated stock.
• Managing stock allocation across retail shops, eBay and other sales channels.
• Overseeing transport operations, collections and deliveries.
• Line managing supervisors, staff and volunteers.
• Driving continuous improvement in processes and performance.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety, GDPR and retail regulations.
• Producing operational and performance reports for senior leadership.

About You:

Wakefield Hospice is looking for someone who can bring together people, operations and performance in a fast-paced environment.

You will bring:

• Experience managing retail, warehouse, logistics or operational teams.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and volunteers.
• Experience managing stock, processes or distribution operations.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence working across multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering excellent results.

Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a cause that changes lives across the local community.

How to Apply:

Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Ellen Drummond at Charity People as the first step.

Deadline: 23rd September

Interviews: 1st & 2nd Of October

Only because this role is time-sensitive, we'll be reviewing CVs on a rolling basis - so please do get in touch as soon as possible if you're interested. But, if you're away on holiday or your personal circumstances make this time of year difficult, please just reach out to Ellen and we'll ensure that you don't miss out.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

We're looking for an inspirational people person to join us as a Assistant Shop Manager in our Somerset House Christmas pop-upshop. This is an exciting opportunity, and we'd like you to join us to help raise vital funds for homeless and badly housed people.

You will work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the shop looks welcoming, visually appealing and the team of volunteers are motivated and keen to engage with customers and maximise sales.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

About the role

You will assist the Shop Manager in the recruitment, support and development of a strong community focused shop team and empower them to maximise Shelter's income. Representing Shelter in your local community, ensuring that you and your team share your knowledge of Shelter's cause with customers, volunteers, donors and potential Shelter clients will also be important aspects of the role. You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers.

About you

You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people. 

Your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs. Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause.

We’re looking for someone friendly and personable, who can work well as part of a team and is proficient using Microsoft Office application and other systems used.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society

How to Apply 

Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset 

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Branch Manager
RSPCA Finchley, Golders Green, Hendon & District Branch

Salary: £32,000–£35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Location: Hybrid, with regular travel across the branch area including East Finchley and North Finchley shops

About the role

At the RSPCA Finchley Branch, we are seeking a practical and organised Branch Manager to support the delivery and development of our local animal welfare services and the oversight of our retail operations through the line management of Shop Managers.

This is a strategic role with a hands-on focus on operational delivery, responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations across animal welfare, retail operations through the line management of Shop Managers and volunteer activity. Working closely with Trustees, the postholder will help ensure that services are delivered effectively, safely and in line with our charitable objectives, with a clear focus on achieving positive outcomes for animals and the community.

The role is hybrid, combining remote working with regular travel across the branch area, including visits to our charity shops in East Finchley and North Finchley, as well as occasional in-person meetings and operational activity where needed to deliver the Branch outcomes in line with the agreed objectives and priorities.

In this role, you will

You will be responsible for the effective delivery of animal welfare outcomes across the branch, ensuring animals are safely supported from intake through to rehoming, while also supporting the RSPCA Inspectorate. Alongside this, you will oversee day-to-day branch operations, including managing a small team of staff and volunteers, overseeing the performance of the branch’s retail activity through the line management of Shop Managers to contribute to sustainable income.

Working with the Chair and the relevant Trustee portfolio lead, including the Treasurer, to ensure financial oversight, governance and compliance and to deliver the agreed objectives, and working with veterinary partners, staff and volunteers, other RSPCA branches as well as other charities, you will ensure that services are delivered consistently, responsibly and in line with the branch’s priorities.

About you

You will be comfortable working in a role that combines strategic and operational responsibilities, and able to organise your workload effectively. You will have experience of coordinating services or operations and managing both staff and volunteers, achieving results through effective line management, and bring a genuine passion for animal welfare and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes through well-organised and consistent delivery. You will also have a calm and practical approach, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, volunteers and the local community, and a strong commitment to delivering meaningful and lasting outcomes for animals.

What we offer

This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting animal welfare in the local community, with the ability to make a direct and meaningful impact through the delivery and development of branch activities.

The position offers a salary of £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible working hours, to be agreed in line with the needs of the role
Supportive working environment with close engagement with Trustees

Additional information

Regular travel across the branch area and beyond is required, and occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary.
A full, clean driving licence is essential for this role.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your reasons for applying and how you meet the essential criteria set out in the job description.

This role is being advertised as a Shop Manager but on appointment your job title will be Community Shop Manager.

Are you a passionate person who wants to shape the future of our St Johns Wood Shelter shop? If that sounds like you, we’re looking for a confident and influential person who is community-driven and ready to take the lead as a shop manager.

This role is a chance to bring bold ideas to life as well as being a manager giving you the chance to take creative control of visual merchandising within the shop.

If you have experience of leading a team whilst empowering and motivating individuals this could be the role for you! 

About you

You will need to be an active team player and be able to demonstrate how you’ve managed and motivated a team previously beyond expectations and experience of providing excellent customer service in a face-to-face role.

Have a good knowledge of recruiting and developing a diverse team and how you have supported and motivated teams to progress and how you would bring these skills into this position.

You will need to have good communication skills to engage with the local community to seek out new opportunities to increase the shops contribution to help further Shelter’s cause. You will develop your own and your teams’ interests in merchandising the shop attracting customers and continually develop yours and your team’s knowledge of Shelter, who we are and what we do.

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit your work history and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered

About Shelter

 Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything,

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Great marketing connects organisational priorities with the people we need to reach. This 9-month maternity-cover role will lead integrated campaigns and high-quality content that build awareness, strengthen trust and support the impact of Southern Hospice Group across our communities.

You will take ownership of campaign planning and delivery across digital, print, events and media, translating priorities from Fundraising, Retail, Clinical Services, the People Team and Corporate Partnerships into audience-led marketing activity. You will balance planned campaigns with emerging organisational needs, making clear choices about where time and resource will have the greatest impact.

Alongside campaign leadership, you will help shape editorial and content planning, developing compelling, accessible content that communicates our impact and supports engagement. You will work closely with Brand, Digital and Creative colleagues to ensure campaigns are joined up, consistent and effective across channels.

You will be a trusted marketing partner to senior and operational stakeholders, using insight and performance data to improve activity and provide clear recommendations. You will also provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and direction to Marketing and Communications Officers and apprentices.

This is a fixed-term role where pace matters. Success will mean quickly building strong relationships, maintaining continuity through maternity cover and delivering measurable campaigns without losing quality, brand discipline or audience focus.

You'll be

You do not need to come from a hospice or charity background. What matters is that you can bring relevant expertise, understand the responsibility attached to our work and use your skills to deliver meaningful, measurable impact.

• Significant experience delivering integrated marketing campaigns from planning through to evaluation.
• Experience developing marketing plans and managing multiple campaigns, stakeholders and deadlines at the same time.
• Strong campaign management and project management skills, with evidence of delivering on time and within budget.
• Excellent copywriting and editing skills, with the ability to turn organisational priorities into clear, compelling audience-focused content.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, including confidence advising senior colleagues and constructively challenging briefs.
• Experience using audience insight, segmentation and performance data to improve marketing activity and make recommendations.
• A strong understanding of digital marketing, brand management, accessibility and inclusive communications.
• Experience coaching, mentoring or supervising colleagues and creating clear priorities for delivery.
• A practical, collaborative and solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to make sound decisions in a fast-moving environment.
• Alignment with our values: Caring, Connected and Courageous.