Retail Van Driver & Stock Collector

Retail Van Driver & Stock Collector

Contract Type: Fixed Term (9 months) Potential for a permant

We are seeking an experienced Retail Van Driver & Stock Collector to join the Retail team. Your role is to ensure the careful movement, collection and delivery of donated items, including large furniture items working with the Shop Managers, within allocated locations.

Ideally, we are looking for an individual to cover the North of Leicester and live within or the surrounding areas.

About Us:

Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland is more than a Charity we are a lifeline to older people in our local communities. As part of our mission to support older people in their everyday lives, we provide a wide range of amazing services, including our shops.

We rely on the generosity of donors, volunteers, and our loyal customers to help us fund our important work. Our charity shops play a vital role in raising the funds needed to support our mission

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the collection and delivery of donated goods to the required location within agreed timescales and to agreed targets.
Responsible for the delivery and collection of large furniture items, this can range from beds, wardrobes, sofa’s, side boards, tables, office furniture, white goods
Role will involve a large amount of heavy lifting in picking up and moving stock including furniture.
To undertake bag drops and collections as required.
To maintain strict control of security of all goods collected, transported and delivered.
To ensure minimum losses are incurred on goods and furniture by the careful and respectful handling of all such items.
Transportation of the stock rotation process.
To ensure customer care and quality of service is implemented.
To act as the representative of Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland in the collection from and delivery to customers of donated goods and furniture.
Support & liaise with shop managers & deputies over the movement of stock.
Support all volunteers and drivers’ mates ensuring policy & procedures are adhered to especially health & safety – manual handling. Have spacial awareness when moving furniture
D1 driving category

What We're looking for:

Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Empathic and caring demonstrating diplomacy & tact
Have a flexible approach with the ability to manage time & routes effectively.
Have a customer-focused approach with the ability to create a positive experience.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and solve problems under pressure.
Knowledge of retail operations, stock management, and health and safety standards.
A proactive and adaptable attitude with a passion for retail and customer service.

Why Join Us?

Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact the success of the charity, helping to fund life-changing projects and initiatives in our community.
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional and career development.
Friendly Environment: Being part of a supportive, passionate team that shares your commitment to making a positive impact.
Employee Benefits: Competitive salary, holiday allowance, and other employee benefits.

Location: Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland. Unit 1, Gladstone Street, Leicester, LE1 2BN

Contract Type: 9 month fixed term contract with a view to a permanent position

Hours: 22.5 flexible over 3 days, including bank holidays and some weekend working

Salary: £15,568.59 per annum - £13.27 per hour

Closing date: 05/10/2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV, cover letter, stating why we should consider you for this role, or complete an application form, which can be found on our website, or email jobs@ageukleics.org.uk

Age UK Leicester Shire and Rutland is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

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