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
- Click here for a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification
How to Apply
- If you are interested in becoming part of team QEF please APPLY NOW via our website or by emailing a covering letter, together with either your CV or a completed QEF Application Form to RetailTradingMailbox@qef.org.uk
- To download a copy of the QEF Application Form please visit the ‘How to Apply’ section of this website
- Apply early! This opportunity may be closed early if we receive a sufficient number of applications
Disability Confident Employer
- QEF is proud to be a disability confident employer
- We guarantee to interview all applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy and to consider each applicant on their ability to do the job
- Please contact HR if you require any reasonable adjustment(s) for the application process or interview stage at HR@qef.org.uk