Assistant Shop Manager - Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Location: Oxley Park - Milton Keynes Closing date: 04 November 2026 Job Summary Are you passionate about retail and ready for a fresh challenge where you can make a real difference in the community? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Shop Manager to join our retail team, supporting the Shop Manager in the daily operation of our shop in Oxley Park for a fixed term period of 9 months - inspiring volunteers and customers alike. What youll do: Assisting in the daily operation and performance of the shop to meet sales targets and KPIs Supporting with stock processing, pricing, merchandising, and maintaining a clean, well-presented retail space Ensuring a high standard of customer service at all times Supporting and supervising a team of dedicated volunteers, helping with their recruitment, training, and coordination Managing rotas and delegating daily tasks in collaboration with the Shop Manager Handling cash, banking, and financial records in line with charity procedures Acting as a key holder, opening and closing the shop, and overseeing operations in the Managers absence Ensuring the shop complies with all health, safety, and security policies Promoting the charitys values and fundraising initiatives in the local community What youll need: Experience in a retail environment, ideally in a supervisory or team leader role Friendly, approachable, and able to lead and motivate a team Great customer service and communication skills Organised and confident handling money, stock, and shop operations A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, varied environment Be physically fit to move and handle stock safely A commitment to the values and mission of the charity sector Flexibility to work weekends and cover shifts as needed, including in other nearby shops This appointment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If sufficient applications are received, we will close the vacancy in advance of the advertised date. Please apply early. About the organization Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round-the-clock, expert care to local patients with a life-limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In-Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patients needs and supports their loved ones too. We have a thriving Therapeutic
Assistant Shop Manager - Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire in Southend-on-Sea employer: Willen Hospice
Join a compassionate team at Willen Hospice, where you can make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive and caring environment. As an Assistant Shop Manager in our new bridal shop, you'll enjoy generous benefits, including 35 days of annual leave, and have the opportunity to grow alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional palliative care. This role not only allows you to engage with customers in a creative retail setting but also contributes to vital fundraising efforts that keep our services free for those in need.
