An experienced and confident Shop Assistant is required to support the Shop Manager and join the friendly team in our Burnham Charity Shop.
This is a busy and varied role. Duties will include managing the flow of donations, sorting donations, maintaining a clean and tidy working environment, dealing with customers effectively while ensuring a welcoming customer experience. Other duties include till and cash handling, manual handling, shop displays and pricing while following current legislation and Branch & Society policy.
Please note this role is Fixed Term for 3 months with a possibility that it will be longer.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Good general level of education, at least to GCSE standard or equivalent.
• Retail and customer service experience.
• Competent in cash & credit card handling, till operations and sales recording.
• Excellent communication skills both written & oral.
• Computer literate.
• Familiar with health & safety guidelines.
• Alignment with the RSPCA’s mission and values.
• Flexible, resilient, and calm under pressure.
• This role requires that you are able to lift and carry boxes, climb a ladder to reach stock, clean the store etc. It is a physically demanding role.
• Trustworthy and dependable
• Willing to work flexible hours and travel locally when required.
• Full valid UK Driving licence and access to vehicle, for occasional local travel.
• Eagerness to learn and grow through training.

DESIRABLE SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Charity retail experience.
• Understanding of charity law.
• Understanding of employment law.
  Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
  Contract length: 3 months
  Expected hours: No less than 24 per week
  Work Location: In person
  Application deadline: 25/08/2025
  Reference ID: Shop Asst Burnham 0