British Red Cross

Shop Sales Assistant

British Red Cross

Skilled Worker, A ratingExmouth, ENG, UKRemotePosted 2 weeks ago

Job Description

Shop Assistant

Location: Exmouth

Salary: £24,479 per annum, pro rata

Hours: 7 per week (Sundays)

Contract: Permanent

Are you a retail superstar who is passionate about helping make a difference?

We're on the lookout for a dynamic Shop Assistant to join our friendly team. This fantastic opportunity will help you develop your retail skills while making a positive impact. Come join us in our mission to spread kindness! Why work for the Red Cross?

“The camaraderie. The feeling of being part of something bigger and knowing that all the hard work goes to help those in crisis” - Deborah, Shop Manager

What will a day in the life of a Shop Assistant involve?

Assisting the shop manager to run a lucrative, customer-focussed shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.

Helping to create a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.

Confident working on the shop floor, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, operate the till, and create striking displays.

Being responsible for sorting stock and preparing items for display, behind the scenes.

To be a successful Shop Assistant, what will you need?

Previous experience of working in a retail environment and are confident with handling money

To be a strong communicator who thrives on providing excellent customer service and enjoys meeting lots of different people.

A commercial savvy mindset, with a grasp of hitting targets

To appreciate and anticipate each customer's needs and delight them with the service provided

Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Tuesday 27th October 2026.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.

Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus the option to buy extra leave.

Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.

Recognition Platform: Managers can reward great work with retail vouchers.

Discounts: Discounts through our Reward Gateway, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.

Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.

Learning & Development: A range of career and learning opportunities.

Will Writing Service: Access to a free will writing service.

Death in Service: A tax-free lump sum paid to your beneficiary in the event of your death.

Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Carers Confident employer.

We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders

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