Carnforth Post Office is looking for a reliable and hard-working Post Office Clerk to join our friendly team here at the branch. In addition to the main branch we operate a Post Office Outreach service and currently visit 8 venues in Arkholme, Halton, Holme, Over Kellet, Tunstall, Warton, Whittington and Wray.
This is a permanent position (every Monday & alternate Saturdays) with a minimum of 8 to 12.5 hours each week. There will also be plenty of scope for additional hours to provide holiday, sickness, maternity and seasonal cover for the existing members of staff.
Working in a post office is not just about selling stamps, our branches provide a wide range of services to the community so having a vast product knowledge is extremely important. As a Counter Clerk you’ll be responsible for dealing with day to day banking transactions, dealing with parcels for various carriers, accepting bill payments, dealing with vehicle tax, checking passports, selling travel insurance and foreign currency as well as dealing with the many other products and services that we have.
The Outreach Post Offices will require travelling between different sites with a portable kit so you will need access to your own vehicle and have a full UK driving licence. Mileage expenses for the outreaches is paid at 45p/mile.
Candidate Requirements:
You will need a good eye for detail with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and preferably have cash handling or Post Office experience. You will have excellent communication skills and enjoy dealing with customers. As the role requires you to provide holiday, sickness and maternity cover the candidate will also need to be flexible.
Full training in branch will be provided and the successful candidate for the role will need to provide references and consent to Post Office checks and vetting being undertaken and passed.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 8 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person