Retail Sales Assistant (Part Time)

at  Birmingham Museums Trust

LOCATION: BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM & ART GALLERY

We are looking for a hard working retail expert to join our team at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. If you want to be part of the team ensuring that every visitor has a great experience of shopping with us, then read on. Our successful candidate will have experience working in a busy retail environment and will be committed to ensuring the highest standards of customer service.
To succeed in this role, you’ll be someone that has a great eye for detail and is an excellent sales person. Upselling at every opportunity will come naturally to you. You’ll be highly organised, friendly and energetic. We’re looking for someone who is keen to roll up their sleeves and get stuck into whatever tasks they are set to make sure the shop runs like clockwork!
Please note the site named is likely to be your most regular place of work, however you may be required to work at other BMT sites from time to time as the business requires.
This is a permanent role working Wednesday to Sunday.
If you feel like you have the right skills and experience for this role, then please apply!
Further information can be found on the job description, which we recommend you read fully before applying. To apply you must ensure all parts of the application form are completed in full (including all your previous employment history). You will need to explain in your supporting statement why you believe you are a suitable candidate, what particular qualities and experience you have relevant to this role, and what you can bring if appointed. (CV’s are not accepted). However, if you have any additional access needs, please do get in touch with the recruitment team (recruitment@birminghammuseums.org.uk ) and we will endeavour to support you with alternative application processes.
Interviews will be taking place on 20th August with Emma Scott (Retail Operations Manager) and Gemma Sidnell (Visitor Experience Co-ordinator). In advance of the interview, you will receive a copy of the interview questions to prepare, and you will have an opportunity to express any reasonable adjustments you might need.

WE ARE AN INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER AND RECRUIT ON THE BASIS OF ABILITY, WE ARE KEEN TO HEAR FROM ANY APPLICANTS WHO FEEL SUITABLY EXPERIENCED.

Any offer of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks being carried out.
Close date for applications is 12 August 2024

Please refer the Job description for details