I am working with one of my clients who are looking for a reliable Store Person to join their team in Chester.

Benefits:

Weekly pay

Potential for long term work

Free parking

Hours:

Mon 1030hrs - 1630hrs Tue - Thur 0800hrs - 1630hrs and Fri 0800hrs - 1400 hrs total 37.5hrs a week

Duties involve:

• To help moving stock around the site.
• Help moving stock around the site (stairs involved)
• Help to move cleaning stock
• Various labouring and litter picking tasks
• Counting stock
• Checking bedding and putting in rooms
• General store activities

Required experience:

Must have any experience/Enhanced DBS required

If you are interested in the role and believe this is something for you please click apply with CV below.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Ref - 61806

Store Detective - Nottingham and Surrounding AreasHourly Rate: £12.46

Hours: 50 hours/week

Job OverviewAs a Store Detective, you will work across our client's network of stores in and around Nottingham and surrounding area's to prevent stock theft. Your observation skills will be crucial in identifying, apprehending, and prosecuting criminals targeting our client.

Benefits:

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-20% B&Q discount card

-Cycle to Work Scheme

-Virtual GP access for you and your household

-Financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance, including early access to earned pay and competitive loans

-Flexible benefits platform (Choices) to customize your benefits, including dental insurance, dining cards, and technology products

-High street discounts through MiDeals platform

-Pension Scheme

-Life Assurance (minimum £10,000 or equivalent annual salary)

-Employee Shares Schemes

-Mitie Stars recognition program with monthly cash prizes and an annual top prize of £10,000

-Training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities
-Observe, Deter, and Arrest: Monitor activities to prevent and address criminal behavior.

-Civil Recovery: Issue civil recovery notices where applicable.

-Collaboration: Liaise with local police and crime prevention partners to stay informed on crime trends.

-Network Building: Develop local contacts to identify and disrupt criminal activity.

-Incident Reporting: Report incidents accurately and promptly.

-Court Attendance: Occasionally provide evidence in court.

Qualifications and Skills
-SIA Door Supervisor Licence: A valid licence is required.

-Adaptability: Able to handle varying situations daily.

-Calm Under Pressure: Quick and composed reactions in challenging situations.

-Customer Service Experience: Strong background in customer-facing roles.

-Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, preferably with a GCSE or equivalent in English.

-Proactive Approach: Forward-thinking with a desire to improve work practices.

-Self-Motivation: Can-do attitude and drive to learn.

-Observational Skills: Exceptional ability to handle sensitive situations and make quick decisions.

-Confidence: Ability to challenge individuals when necessary.

-Technical Proficiency: Competent in using modern surveillance systems like CCTV.

Store Manager - Winterbourne, Bristol

Location: Dragon Road, Winterbourne, Bristol BS36 1BQ
Salary: £32,500 - £38,500 per annum plus great benefits
Permanent

We're looking for a skilled Store Manager to join our retail team. This full-time Store Manager role comes with a competitive salary and brilliant benefits package.

As a Store Manager, you'll help to deliver the store purpose by guiding the commercial and community strategies in your store. You'll also lead your team and show them how to make shopping at Co-op a fantastic experience, you'll help them to grow and learn so they can show our customers, colleagues and members the difference Co-op brings to local communities.

In this role, you can expect to:

* Empower your team to deliver great service, personally promoting the Co-op difference to customers and members
* Build an inclusive culture where everyone can speak up and share their views
* Develop your team through regular performance conversations to help them reach their potential
* Make sure the store is safe, legal and operational
* Manage and optimise your store's commercial performance, recruit new team members and manage HR processes

You'll need experience of guiding and developing a team and working in a busy, service-focused environment. Good communication skills are essential, and you should be able to coach, motivate and inspire your team. You'll also need:

* Resilience and great problem solving skills
* The ability to understand and analyse commercial information
* Willingness to roll up your sleeves and support the team with delivery of store activities

In return for your passion and commitment, you'll get a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes an annual bonus (based on personal and business performance), 36 days holiday including bank holidays (rising with service) and 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round. You'll also get:

* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Wagestream app - giving access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* Cycle to work scheme
* Coaching and training to support your career development

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.
As part of the application process for this job, you'll need to complete two online assessments. It will take around 20 minutes to complete these tests.
We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.

Store Manager - Bristol
Location: Dragon Road, Winterbourne, Bristol BS36 1BQ
Salary: £32,500 - £38,500 per annum plus great benefits
Permanent

We're looking for a skilled Store Manager to join our retail team. This full-time Store Manager role comes with a competitive salary and brilliant benefits package.

As a Store Manager, you'll help to deliver the store purpose by guiding the commercial and community strategies in your store. You'll also lead your team and show them how to make shopping at Co-op a fantastic experience, you'll help them to grow and learn so they can show our customers, colleagues and members the difference Co-op brings to local communities.

In this role, you can expect to:

* Empower your team to deliver great service, personally promoting the Co-op difference to customers and members
* Build an inclusive culture where everyone can speak up and share their views
* Develop your team through regular performance conversations to help them reach their potential
* Make sure the store is safe, legal and operational
* Manage and optimise your store's commercial performance, recruit new team members and manage HR processes

You'll need experience of guiding and developing a team and working in a busy, service-focused environment. Good communication skills are essential, and you should be able to coach, motivate and inspire your team. You'll also need:

* Resilience and great problem solving skills
* The ability to understand and analyse commercial information
* Willingness to roll up your sleeves and support the team with delivery of store activities

In return for your passion and commitment, you'll get a competitive salary and great benefits package which includes an annual bonus (based on personal and business performance), 36 days holiday including bank holidays (rising with service) and 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round. You'll also get:

* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Wagestream app - giving access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* Cycle to work scheme
* Coaching and training to support your career development

At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.
As part of the application process for this job, you'll need to complete two online assessments. It will take around 20 minutes to complete these tests.
We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.

The Role

Are you a dynamic Procurement leader? A team player with a proven track record in driving positive change within the construction and development category of spend. Then this role is for you!

It`s an important time for procurement at Unite Students. We have been through a significant transformation as a function, and Construction & Development is one of our last remaining areas needing a renewed way of working from procurement. The Head of Category is instrumental in this - a key role in the Procurement Leadership Team, accountable for designing, driving and delivering the procurement strategy for this key area of spend and its relating supply chain, whilst balancing being a true Business Partner that understands our Development team`s needs and interprets these into a quality procurement approach.

The role reports into our Procurement Director, but also has a dotted line into our Development Team, ensuring we`re at the table with this key group of stakeholders, providing professional procurement advice across the Construction and New Development supply chain and making procurement strategy a reality.

What You`ll Be Doing

Providing professional procurement advice and support across all Construction & Development (C&D) spend, including related professional and technical services and main/sub-contractors.Interpreting and providing detailed analysis of both the marketplace and internal factors, to create a long-term category strategy in support of business objectives, our sustainable construction targets and management of riskDelivering the procurement strategy for C&D - tendering, negotiating, contracting, fostering supply chain relationships as appropriate to fulfil the strategy and generate both competition and long-term valueProviding constructive challenge to entrenched practices and spending culture - instilling commercial discipline in all areas of the category and it`s supply chain and bringing about positive change where needed to fulfil our business objectivesEnsuring fit for purpose contracts and measures of performance are in place - furthermore, working closely with our Development team, our main contractors and the C&D supply chain to ensure optimal supply chain performance is maintained and that risk is managedA member of the Procurement Leadership Team, deputising for the Director as needed and leading on initiatives across the wider business for the function. You will be a key player in the continued transformation of this valued functionManagement of a Direct Report - a Procurement Manager based out of Bristol. You foster and develop DRs based on performance and alignment to functional and corporate objectivesMaintaining excellent customer relationships to enable fast problem solving and `one-team` mentality
What We`re Looking for in You

A `customer first` mindset - a great team player, with the ability to build relationships and rapport with the wider procurement team and a variety of key stakeholders. You understand our customer`s needs from the supply chain.A Procurement expert - whether tendering, negotiation, contracting, sustainable procurement, or fostering supply chain relationships, you can demonstrate extensive expertise in category management and know which levers to pull from procurement processes and whenDemonstrable delivery of value through the procurement approaches and strategies you have deliveredAn expert negotiator whether with suppliers or stakeholders, you hold a positive and objective ability to influence others, bringing about change in a positive mannerCommercial intuition - you are able to proactively identify opportunities and unlock the maximum possible benefitGreat knowledge of the Construction & New Development marketplace, including related technical and engineering services. You understand the complexities of main contractor relationships and their strategic importance to our business
What You`ll Get in Return

An annual bonus so you can share in the company`s success25 days` paid holidayPension - based on how much you save, we`ll contribute 1% moreFlexible working opportunitiesShared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay for birthing parent, 4 weeks for non-birthing parentOther benefits include, ShareSave, Bike to Work, Charity Match, amazing discounts and more!
About Unite Students

Founded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK`s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with 74,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas.

Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn`t just what we do but who we are.

People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive.

Room for Everyone

We`re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we`re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what`s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.

We are US.

Warehouse Shift Manager

Location: Unit H, Tuscany Way, Wakefield Europort, Normanton, WF6 2UA

Hours / Shift: 4on/4off Days / 06:00am – 18:00pm

Salary: £35,000 + benefits

Menzies are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Warehouse Shift Manager on days to support the efficient and effective operations of our parcel sortation Hub. Reporting to the Shift Manager, the successful candidate will play an integral role in overseeing the day-to-day activities of the warehouse and running a mechanical sortation.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Operations Managers / Shift Managers in managing and overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies to optimise productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall operational performance.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and assist in implementing necessary changes.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to utilise flow management techniques and ensure timely and accurate sorting, processing, and dispatching of parcels.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to warehouse staff, ensuring high levels of performance and productivity.
• Coordinate and communicate with other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency in warehouse operations.
• Work closely with site SHEQ Coordinator and Training and Compliance Coordinator to ensure full compliance of all colleagues.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for all staff.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within a parcel sortation warehouse is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in flow management techniques.
• Excellent people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in using warehouse management systems and other relevant software.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Inclusion:

Menzies Distribution is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud, and valued. We encourage ways of working that treat everyone fairly and with respect, and we look to create opportunities to improve the diversity of our workforce across all areas of the business. We seek to attract and recruit people from the widest talent pool, who reflect the society in which we work. And we aim to encourage an inclusive culture where people can feel empowered to be the very best they can be, and to reach their full potential — creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business. With an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Warehouse Shift Manager

Location: Unit H, Tuscany Way, Wakefield Europort, Normanton, WF6 2UA

Hours / Shift: 4on/4off Nights / 18:00pm - 06:00am

Salary: £40,000 + benefits

Menzies are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Warehouse Shift Manager on nights to support the efficient and effective operations of our parcel sortation Hub. Reporting to the Shift Manager, the successful candidate will play an integral role in overseeing the day-to-day activities of the warehouse and running a mechanical sortation.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Operations Managers / Shift Managers in managing and overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies to optimise productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall operational performance.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and assist in implementing necessary changes.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to utilise flow management techniques and ensure timely and accurate sorting, processing, and dispatching of parcels.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to warehouse staff, ensuring high levels of performance and productivity.
• Coordinate and communicate with other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency in warehouse operations.
• Work closely with site SHEQ Coordinator and Training and Compliance Coordinator to ensure full compliance of all colleagues.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for all staff.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within a parcel sortation warehouse is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in flow management techniques.
• Excellent people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in using warehouse management systems and other relevant software.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Inclusion:

Menzies Distribution is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud, and valued. We encourage ways of working that treat everyone fairly and with respect, and we look to create opportunities to improve the diversity of our workforce across all areas of the business. We seek to attract and recruit people from the widest talent pool, who reflect the society in which we work. And we aim to encourage an inclusive culture where people can feel empowered to be the very best they can be, and to reach their full potential — creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business. With an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Store Manager at Caffe Nero

At Caffe Nero, it’s our people that make us different. That’s why we are looking for warm, positive people who love working with others to come and join us as Store Managers.

We have fantastic opportunities across our stores in the UK and the Republic of Ireland, and this could be just the right time for you to find out more!

As a Store Manager you will take ownership of your own store, providing great customer service and the best standards of coffee and food. You will pride yourself on keeping your customers happy through fantastic service, whilst growing and developing your own team.

What you can expect:

• Performance related bonus of between £3,500 - £5,500 per annum (dependant on role and store).
• Brilliant training and development to get you up to speed in your role and beyond
• The opportunity to grow your career and develop personally
• Unlimited free handmade drinks and up to 75% off food and packaged drinks when you’re on shift
• 50% off all handmade drinks and 40% off everything else when you’re off shift
• Recommend A Friend Scheme, giving you the chance to earn up to £750 if you refer new people to join the team
• Cash Plan Healthcare scheme
• Length of service recognition
• Access to our benefits platform, with hundreds of discounts, rewards and offers

To be successful:

Maybe you're looking to take the next step in your career journey? Perhaps you want a move into the growing world of coffee? You might already be a Store Manager, and love the Caffe Nero brand. Whatever you're doing, if you have experience of leading, developing and nurturing a team in a busy, customer facing environment, we would love to hear from you.

Why choose us?

When you join us, you’re joining a family – whether that’s your team, the regular customers of your café or your community. At the same time as giving fantastic service you’ll have loads of fun along the way, whether that’s at a pizza night, a Caffe Nero Club party or even at the Barista of the Year event. There’s something for everyone.

And it doesn't stop there. The opportunities for development are fantastic. Many of our Area and Regional Managers grew their careers in store, and it's the same for our Head Office teams too.

At Caffe Nero you really can be you, with us.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

Age UK is recruiting! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager to join our friendly and supportive Chester team.

Utilising your previous retail experience and excellent managerial skills, you will manage the day to day running of our store - maximising store sales and profits while ensuring our customers receive an excellent service. In doing so, you will be helping to raise funds for Age UK and the incredible services and support they provide to older people.

As Store Manager, you will manage our brilliant team of staff and volunteers, providing effective leadership, training, and development.

If you are a motivated manager with a passion for retail and would like to use your skills to support a charity that helps thousands of older people across the UK, this may be the role for you!

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)

Please note: These advertised rates will be in effect from the 1st April, 2024

You will have:

• Experience in a performance driven retail/customer centric environment
• Experience of managing people
• Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team
• Strong drive to achieve results through others
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
• Ability to motivate self and others
• An open and adaptable approach to change and be able to support others through it
• Experience of communicating with a diverse workforce and customer base
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising
• IT literacy and numeracy skills

What we offer in return:

• A 35 hour working week
• 25 days holiday + bank holiday allowance
• A generous pension - we will contribute 8%
• Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
• Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
• Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events

Additional Information

To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £23 (standard) or £43 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

Age UK is recruiting! With over 250 locations across the UK, our stores raise funds for some of the incredible services and support provided by the charity.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic Chester team as an Assistant Manager.

Our amazing Assistant Managers support our Store Managers in all aspects of the business, helping to guide and support our valued team of Sales Assistants and volunteers while ensuring customers are provided with an exemplary shop experience.

If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older across the UK, then this may be the role for you!

Please note: These advertised rates will be in effect from the 1st April, 2024

You will have:

• The ability to work collaboratively and consultatively with the Shop Manager
• Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's.
• Be able to lead a team of volunteers and staff
• Ability to delegate and coach staff
• Excellent customer services skills
• The ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
• IT literacy and numeracy skills

Ideally you will also have:

• The ability to understand and establish successful retail processes
• Ability to understand basic financial reports
• Experience in a customer facing role

What we offer in return:

• A 35 hour working week
• 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance
• A generous pension - we will contribute 8%
• Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
• Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
• Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events

Additional Information

To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Age UK is recruiting! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager to join our friendly and supportive Chester team.

Utilising your previous retail experience and excellent managerial skills, you will manage the day to day running of our store - maximising store sales and profits while ensuring our customers receive an excellent service. In doing so, you will be helping to raise funds for Age UK and the incredible services and support they provide to older people.

As Store Manager, you will manage our brilliant team of staff and volunteers, providing effective leadership, training, and development.

If you are a motivated manager with a passion for retail and would like to use your skills to support a charity that helps thousands of older people across the UK, this may be the role for you!

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)

Please note: These advertised rates will be in effect from the 1st April, 2024

You will have:

• Experience in a performance driven retail/customer centric environment
• Experience of managing people
• Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team
• Strong drive to achieve results through others
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
• Ability to motivate self and others
• An open and adaptable approach to change and be able to support others through it
• Experience of communicating with a diverse workforce and customer base
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising
• IT literacy and numeracy skills

What we offer in return:

• A 35 hour working week
• 25 days holiday + bank holiday allowance
• A generous pension - we will contribute 8%
• Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
• Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
• Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events

Additional Information

To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

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Superstore Manager
Chester
Local non-profitable organisation
Salary £27,300 -£29,400 per annum dependant on experience plus great benefits
37.5 hours per week

Our client is a well-established charity based in North-West England. They now have an exciting opportunity to join them in the role of Superstore Manager for their key store based in Chester.

This charities retail operation plays an important role in delivering long term, sustainable income for the charity. People are key to the success of retail - great staff and the best volunteers.

As Super Store Manager you will manage a team of paid staff and volunteers. Your Super Store is the face of the charity on the high street and acts as hub in the local community.

You will ensure that your team are trained in all areas understanding that people are key to your success. With clear objectives and budgets to achieve, this role needs dedication, tenacity and resilience and is perfect for a talented charity retail manager looking for their next challenge.

Your will ensure that your stock is processed efficiently, and that the shop floor always has the highest standards. You will maximise your store potential by ensuring the best customer service and that the product offer is always in place so that donors and shoppers have an amazing experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Retail Store Manager/Assistant Store Manager to join this well know charity.

Superstore Manager- The Person:

• You will have extensive experience within charity or retail at a Store/Shop Manager/Assistant Manager level.
• Exceptional customer service standards and high attention to detail.
• Visual merchandising to a high standard of commercial excellence.
• Ability to interpret financial and performance data.
• Ability to meet targets and KPI's including Gift Aid.
• Excellent communication skills, organisational skills and time management.
• Motivational, and inspirational leader. Strong people manager.
• Passion for fashion and general interest in trends.
• Passion for charity retailing and knowledge of the charity sector.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to work within charity retailing and you are an experienced Store Manager or Assistant Manager, then this opportunity is not to be missed.

If you feel this role would be ideal for you then please apply today with a copy of your CV.

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