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Shop Manager
Location: Lewisham
Salary: £26,437 per annum (plus ILW, if residing & working in London)
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Permanent
Are you ready to lead the team representing the British Red Cross in your community?
We're in search of an enthusiastic Shop Manager to lead our friendly charity shop. If you're a retail expert with a knack for motivating a team, this role offers a chance to shine! Come join our journey to spread kindness.
"Nothing beats the feeling of the team pulling it out of the bag to excel. Generating funds for a worthwhile charity that helps such a wide range of humans is wonderful. " - Nada, Shop Manager
What will a day in the life of a Shop Manager involve?
- Leading a team that provides a brilliant shopping experience for your customers.
- Working on the shop floor, to coordinating activity "behind the scenes", no two days are the same.
- Designing the perfect layout and environment that helps connect your customers to our cause.
- Being responsible for achieving financial targets and inducting, training, and managing new staff and volunteers.
- Representing the British Red Cross to a high standard and embody our core values.
To be a successful Shop Manager, what will you need?
- Retail experience at supervisory level. You can deliver outstanding customer service and are comfortable with organisational and cash handling duties.
- To know how to get the best out of people. With proven management skills, you know how to develop and inspire your team.
- To be an entrepreneur who can work to targets, using your initiative to achieve fantastic results.
- To know your way around a PC and have proven IT skills experience
- To get 'us'. You care about the British Red Cross cause and have the skills and knowledge to promote the shop in your community as the charity retailer of choice.
Interested? xgikmsk The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 27th September 2026. With interviews to follow soon after.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you'll get:
Shop Manager in Lewisham employer: British Red Cross
The British Red Cross is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. As a Dementia Connector in the Swansea & Neath area, you will enjoy flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and access to a range of learning opportunities, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with dementia and their families. Join us in championing resilience and empowerment within your community, where every day presents a chance to make a lasting difference.
