At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant team and drive sales in a community-focused retail environment.
- Company: Join Weston Hospicecare, a vital community hub making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6.6 weeks holiday, healthcare discounts, and free parking.
- Other info: Full training provided and excellent career growth opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make an impact while supporting local families and enhancing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Retail management experience and strong people skills are essential.
Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full Time
Location: Devonshire Road
Store Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays
Salary: £27,651 per annum
Application Deadline: Monday, July 13, 2026
Job Expiry Time: 12pm
Job Summary
Are you an experienced retail leader looking for your next big challenge? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment where no two days are the same? If so, this is the opportunity for you.
Devonshire Road is one of Weston Hospicecare’s most important income‑generating shops and a true community hub. Selling everything from furniture to fashion, homewares, books, children’s items, craft and much more, it’s a vibrant and diverse retail space where your leadership can make a real difference.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading, inspiring and developing a team of 3 paid staff plus a large, dedicated group of volunteers.
- Driving sales and maximising income across a wide range of donated and new goods.
- Delivering outstanding customer service and a great shopping experience.
- Overseeing all aspects of store operations including merchandising, stock generation, gift aid, compliance and health & safety.
- Building strong community links to encourage donations, recruit volunteers and raise awareness of Weston Hospicecare.
What we’re looking for
- Previous retail or charity retail management experience, ideally in a high‑volume environment.
- A strong commercial focus with the ability to deliver results against targets.
- Proven people management skills – confident leading staff and volunteers.
- Creativity and flair for merchandising and store presentation.
- Excellent organisation, communication and IT skills.
What we can offer in return
- 6.6 weeks holiday a year
- Full training provided
- Contributory pension / NHS pension scheme transferable
- Healthcare discount scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Subsidised bus travel with First Bus Commuter Travel Club
- Free parking (on site or nearby)
By joining us, you’ll not only be taking on one of the most important roles in our retail business – you’ll also be directly supporting the care we provide for local people and their families.
An Enhanced DBS check will be required (arranged and paid for by us).
Contact Details:
Weston Hospicecare Limited Recruitment Team
