At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Shop Manager in driving sales and managing staff and volunteers.
- Company: Join ellenor, a compassionate hospice charity making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours with a focus on work-life balance.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values inclusivity and high-quality service.
- Qualifications: Retail management experience and strong leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 14910 - 14910 £ per year.
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week (Monday to Sunday)
Salary: £14,910.60 per annum
Location: Bexley
Application deadline: 21 August 2026
Interviews will be conducted on 28 August 2026
About the role
Do you have great customer service, a friendly and approachable manner and retail experience? If so, we are looking for someone just like you! As an Assistant Manager, you’ll have a background experience in the retail environment. You will work alongside the Shop Manager to manage staff and volunteers, drive sales to achieve targets and assist in recruitment, training, cash management and managing volunteers. ellenor is a hospice charity in Gravesend providing palliative and end-of-life care within the local community. At ellenor, we value inclusivity and focus on providing high-quality services with compassion and care. We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes, a generous annual leave allowance, and much more.
Key responsibilities for the role include:
- Collaborating with the Retail Cluster Manager and Head of Retail to run the shop
- Ensure your team is delivering as per the strategic plan and in line with company policies and procedures
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of the shop
- Oversee retail property management matters, ensuring compliance and maintenance of property databases
Essential requirements for the role:
- Proven experience in managing, supporting and resourcing a team through setting and monitoring objectives and targets
- Proven experience in managing budgets
- A good understanding of retail management and the challenges of working within the voluntary sector
UK Immigration: ellenor is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.
Assistant Manager – Bexley employer: Ellenor Lions
At ellenor, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Bexley. Our commitment to professional development ensures that employees have ample opportunities for growth, while our comprehensive benefits package, including a generous annual leave allowance and pension options, reflects our dedication to staff well-being. Join us in making a meaningful impact within the community as we provide compassionate care and support to those in need.
