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Age UK Westminster is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate, either directly or indirectly, on the grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religious belief, political opinion or affiliation, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.
Part-Time Assistant Shop Manager
Location: Age UK Westminster Charity Shop, 522 Harrow Road, London W9 3QF
Hours: 2 days (14 Hours) – Monday – Saturday.
Salary: £14.80 Per Hour / £10,774.40, plus 7% Contributory Pension, Basic Health Plan, Blue Light Discount Card
Reports to: Shop Manager
Annual Leave: 5.6 Weeks FTE
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday, 30 October 2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
Age UK Westminster is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and motivated Part-Time Assistant Shop Manager to join our charity shop team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for retail, excellent customer service skills and a commitment to supporting a local charity that makes a real difference to the lives of older people in Westminster.
Working alongside the Shop Manager, you will help oversee the day-to-day running of the shop, maximise sales, manage donated stock and support our dedicated team of volunteers.
You will also be confident in running the shop independently in the Shop Manager's absence, including supervising volunteers, managing daily takings and ensuring the smooth operation of the shop.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Shop Manager in achieving sales and fundraising targets.
- Assist with stock management, pricing, merchandising and shop displays.
- Supervise, motivate and support shop volunteers.
- Deliver excellent customer service and build positive relationships with donors.
- Promote Gift Aid and encourage donations.
- Manage shop operations, cash handling and daily takings.
- Maintain high standards of shop presentation, health and safety.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in retail, charity shops or a customer-facing role.
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Is confident working independently and supervising volunteers.
- Is proactive, flexible and enjoys working as part of a team.
- Is passionate about supporting the work of Age UK Westminster.
Previous supervisory or charity retail experience would be an advantage.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to enquiries@ageukwestminster.org.uk.
Closing Date: Friday, 30 October 2026
Interviews may take place before the closing date, and we encourage early applications.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Age UK Westminster is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Join our team and help make a difference to older people in Westminster!