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Job description

Habitat ReStore is a low cost social enterprise that sells new and used building and home improvement materials, supporting the work of Habitat for Humanity both locally and around the world. Habitat ReStore is a retail environment that has a huge impact on the local community and is supported by a number of staff and a volunteer team. This WEP reception and admin role will be an opportunity for individuals to gain reception and admin work experience within a busy retail environment and to feel they are contributing to the local community.

Responsibilities

• Answering the telephone
• Dealing with enquiries
• Assisting with Facebook sales
• Booking collection of donations
• Contacting customers regarding collection of sales items
• Other admin-related activities

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Further Information

This work experience opportunity is expected to last for 8 weeks and will require attendance of 25-30 hours per week. While on Work Experience, participants will retain their entitlement to benefit. Those who are not receiving benefit are also welcome to participate. Travel and childcare costs may be reimbursed. Participants will also receive an incentive payment equivalent to £10/day to a maximum of £50/week. Contact your local Jobs and Benefits office for further information or contact the WEP team via WorkExperience@communities-ni.gov.uk.

Application Information

If you are in receipt of benefits, contact your work coach. If you are not in receipt of benefits contact the Work Experience Programme team via WorkExperience@communities-ni.gov.uk