Shop Manager - Cromer
Are you looking for a retail opportunity that promises to give you a sense of purpose and fun in a hard-working, values-driven and people-focused team.
This is an opportunity for a commercially aware, part-time Shop Manager to join our retail team. Working in our popular seaside town centre Cromer Shop, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the shop, including supervising a small team of staff and volunteers and making the most of donated items.About Big C
As a local cancer charity, Big C are dedicated to supporting anyone affected by cancer in Norfolk and neighbouring counties whilst working with key partners in research and healthcare to improve future outcomes.
Big C has raised over £40 million since the charity was founded in 1980; £20 million in the past seven years alone. On average, £3 million is raised each year by Big C’s loyal supporters. Income is also generated via our Big C charity shops across the region.
There are an estimated 2.5 million people living with cancer in the UK. 1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime. Big C seeks and implements new approaches and projects to make sure that no one is missing out on the opportunity to access our support.
Big C’s work focuses on 6 key areas:
Support – for people affected by cancerResearch – into cancer
Equipment – provision for the region’s main acute hospital trusts
Education – provision of interventional and presentational education programmes
Income Generation – raising vital funds to improve the lives of people living with cancer
People – Big C service users, their loved ones, Big C trustees, staff, volunteers and fundraisers
The dedication of our employees, volunteers, supporters, and fundraisers is how we continue to improve the lives of those affected by cancer.
About the role
If you have experience in retail, are able to supervise a small team and are looking to make a difference this could be ideal for you. The kindness of people is the only way that we can make a difference in the local community, and you can help us achieve this through being resourceful and responsive to the needs of volunteers and customers with the support of two part-time Assistant Shop Managers.
The working hours are 28 hours per week to be worked flexibly over 4 days including weekends. The salary is £17,845.18 to £20,118.17 (£22,306.47 to £25,147.71 full time equivalent).
If you are reading this from our website, you will be able to access and download the full job description for this role here: JDPS Shop Manager Cromer 3.10.24.pdf
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As a Best Employer Eastern Region Gold accredited employer, we are proud to be able to offer a supportive working environment with a focus on employee wellbeing, equity and recognition of the importance of a good work/life balance.
Big C's Core Values are Respect, Empathy, Support, Trust and Honesty.These provide a benchmark for behaviour across the organisation. If you share these values, have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
Subject to eligibility/scheme rules, benefits include:
5% employer pension contribution33 days holiday per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (full time equivalent)
Cycle to work scheme
Company sick pay
Life assurance
Health cash plan and wellbeing resources
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
A hybrid model of home and office and some flexibility in working hours depending on role.
Opportunities for training and development
Recruitment Process
Big C are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young adults and children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a barred list check.Additionally, your application plays an essential part in our choosing the right person for this position.
When applying, please complete the online application fully. Information to support your application can be in your attached covering letter or where indicated in the application. If you are unable to complete online, please contact us.
The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 27th October 2024 but may close early if enough applications have been received.