Warehouse Assistant
Are you looking to make a difference while working in a dynamic and fulfilling role? Are you passionate about customer-service and sustainability?
Look no further - join us as a Warehouse Assistant in York.
The role is part time for 28 hours a week in one of our busy furniture stores. Our stores are fast-paced and trade 7 days a week. This role requires flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
What does this role involve?
As a Warehouse Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our retail operation by sorting, checking and making the most out of the variety of donations we receive behind the scenes. This is not just a standing behind the till or filling shelves type of job.Join a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and everyone works as a team to fund life-saving research.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Organising donated items and preparing them for sale/ Handling and moving the delivery of furniture and appliances that arrive in our storesEnsuring the shop floor is always well stocked
Working in line with safety regulations and promoting health, safety and wellbeing in everything you do
Identifying unsaleable donations for recycling
Keeping the stockroom organised and tidy
Please note, this role can be physical demanding and involves lifting large pieces of furniture.
You will be given lots of autonomy in your role and will strive to continually build your knowledge of BHF.
What are we looking for?
Previous retail experience isn’t essential. If you’re an avid collector who likes to keep things neat and tidy, then we’d like to hear from you!You’ll be confident working within a team and able to guide the activity of volunteers
You’ll work well under pressure and on your own initiative in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Attention to detail in everything you do
Why join the BHF?
We have a strong culture of internal progression and will actively support you to develop your career.
Our generous staff benefits include:
38 days annual leave (with the option to buy and sell leave)Holistic support leave of up to 10 additional days off each year
Enhanced family policies (maternity, paternity and adoption leave)
Wagestream - early access to your wages
25% staff discount
Health cash plan (Dental, Optical, Therapies, etc)
Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Pension with employer contribution of up to 10%
Cycle to work scheme
Discount options for gym membership
Discounts with a range of retailers