Job description
We are looking for a charity shop sales assistant for 5 days a week ( you will be required to work weekdays and weekends and you require to work in our other shops if needed)
Location: Charity Shop – Tooting, Raynes Park, Fulham
Salary: £12.50 per hour.
Work days include weekends on a rota basis. Our opening hours are Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm, bank holidays 11am to 5pm.
You will be working in a team with the store manager, sales assistants, and volunteers. You should be able to commute to our Fulham shop. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible for this position.
You should be able to work:
- as part of the team as well as independently
- contributing towards maximising charity shop sales and profits
- supporting successful day to day running of the charity shop
- to represent Little Lives UK in a professional manner
About us
We aim to support children who are living with disability and children living in challenging circumstances across the UK by providing funding and support to local services that directly benefit the lives of these children.
If you would like to find out more about our charity please visit www.littlelives.org.uk
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hours shift (7.5 with 30 min unpaid lunch break)
Application question(s):
- What is your postcode?
Location: Tooting, Raynes Park, Fulham
- London (required)
Work Location: In person
Company Overview
Little Lives UK is a dedicated children's charity focused on supporting disabled and disadvantaged children and young people. Our mission is to empower these individuals by identifying key challenges they face within our communities and organizing projects that aim to create positive change.
Summary
We are seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join our team at Little Lives UK Charity. This role is essential in helping us raise funds through our retail operations, directly contributing to our mission of supporting children in need. Located in Great Britain, you will play a vital part in promoting our cause while delivering excellent customer service.
Responsibilities
- Assist customers with their purchases while providing exceptional service.
- Promote the charity's mission and initiatives to customers.
- Manage sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain an organized and visually appealing store environment.
- Support inventory management, including restocking shelves and tracking stock levels.
- Engage with customers to encourage donations and upselling of products.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and enhance customer experience.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers.
- Proven sales experience, preferably in a retail environment.
- Excellent time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Basic math skills for handling transactions and inventory management.
- Multilingual abilities are a plus, particularly in English and Spanish.
- Organizational skills to maintain store standards and manage inventory.
If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives through retail, we invite you to apply today and join us at Little Lives UK Charity! Overview
Little Lives UK Charity is dedicated to supporting disabled and disadvantaged children and young people, helping them build stronger futures. We work within communities to identify significant challenges faced by children and organize projects aimed at resolving these issues.
Summary
As a Retail Sales Associate at Little Lives UK Charity, you will play a vital role in our mission by engaging with customers and promoting our charitable initiatives. This position is essential for generating funds that directly support our projects aimed at improving the lives of children in need.
Responsibilities
- Engage with customers to promote products and encourage donations for charity initiatives.
- Utilize upselling techniques to maximize sales opportunities.
- Maintain an organized and welcoming retail environment.
- Handle cash transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Provide excellent customer service, addressing inquiries with professionalism.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and enhance store performance.
- Manage inventory levels and assist in restocking merchandise as needed.
Requirements
- Proven experience in retail sales or customer service roles.
- Strong upselling skills with a focus on customer engagement.
- Basic math skills for handling transactions accurately.
- Excellent organizational skills to maintain store operations efficiently.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to manage time effectively in a busy retail environment.
- Multilingual or bilingual abilities, particularly in Spanish, are a plus.
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children while working in a dynamic retail environment, we invite you to apply today and join the Little Lives UK Charity team!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,420.00-£25,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 28/07/2025