At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the team in running a charity shop and drive sales for pre-loved goods.
- Company: Join a compassionate charity making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, opportunity to work in various locations, and contribute to a meaningful cause.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and to make a positive impact.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that supports wellbeing services while gaining retail experience.
- Qualifications: Customer service skills and a proactive attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 20800 - 25000 £ per year.
We’re looking for Sales Assistants with a passion for pre-loved goods to support the team at our Letchworth Leys Avenue shop! As one of the Hospice’s 11 charity shops, our Leys Avenue store plays a crucial role in funding our award‑winning wellbeing and palliative care services.
What does the Sales Assistant role involve? The Sales Assistants play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of a preloved retail store, supporting the delivery of sales targets, excellent customer service, and high retail standards. As a Key Holder, the post holders will take responsibility for opening and closing the store when needed, ensuring security, and supporting the smooth operation of the shop in the absence of senior managers. The role contributes to the organisation’s Seven S’s: Sales - Service - Staff - Standards - Stock - Safety - Stock Loss.
On a typical day you will:
- Support the management team in the smooth running of the shop
- Drive sales and promote Gift Aid to reach maximum revenue potential
- Maintain a high standard of display, presentation and cleanliness throughout the shop.
This is a part‑time role including weekend working. Candidates should be flexible as there may be the need to work in other shop locations as required.
What skills are we looking for?
- Confidence working in a customer facing role
- Be proactive, driven and commercially aware
- Aspire to the Charity’s ethos and values.
Interested? If you’d like to find out more about our Sales Assistant roles, please contact the store directly on: letchworth.leysavenueshop@ghhospicecare.org.uk.
Garden House Hospice Trading is proud to be committed to being disability confident and reasonable adjustments will be made for applicants with disabilities. We can only accept applications from candidates with the Right to Work and already living in the UK. Safeguarding is of paramount importance to us; all successful candidates are required to undertake a DBS check, regardless of role.
Sales Assistant - Leys Avenue, Letchworth employer: Garden House Hospice Care
At Garden House Hospice Trading, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our Sales Assistants in Letchworth. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, while our commitment to community wellbeing ensures that every sale directly impacts our award-winning care services. Join us for a rewarding experience where your passion for pre-loved goods can make a real difference in people's lives.
