FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Sunday Sales Assistant.
Where is the location of the job?
The job is located at Caversham 2 - Church St.
What type of contract is offered for this position?
The contract type offered is Permanent.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 13-Nov-2024.
What is the salary for the Sunday Sales Assistant role?
The salary for this role is £11.44 per hour.
What is the working pattern for this role?
The working pattern is 1 day out of 7.
How many hours per week will the Sunday Sales Assistant work?
The Sunday Sales Assistant will work 6 hours per week.
What are the main responsibilities of a Sunday Sales Assistant?
The main responsibilities include running the shop on Sundays, managing stock, displaying goods, maintaining the shop's appearance, maximising sales, and promoting Gift Aid.
What skills are required for this position?
Required skills include excellent customer service skills, being literate and numerate, being an effective team player, the ability to lift and carry heavy bags of stock, a basic knowledge of Health & Safety and Fire regulations, and previous retail experience is an advantage.
What benefits are offered to the Sunday Sales Assistant?
Benefits include a 6 hour working week, 25 days holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holiday allowance, an 8% pension contribution, discounts through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan, and free or discounted event tickets.
Are there any age restrictions for this job?
Yes, candidates must be over the age of 18 due to the nature of the role, which requires working alone in the shop.
How does Age UK support diversity in the hiring process?
Age UK encourages applications from men, women, and individuals from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, particularly from those groups that are currently under-represented in their workforce.
What is the recruitment process regarding CVs and cover letters?
All CVs will be anonymised, but applicants are advised to remove personal information from cover letters before submission to ensure a fair and unbiased recruitment process.
What commitments does Age UK make regarding safeguarding?
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk and children from abuse and neglect and expects all employees to share this commitment.