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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: LILAC CANCER SUPPORT LTD Lilac is recruiting an energetic, friendly, approachable person to join our charity shops team. Our shops are open from 10 .00am to 4.00 pm Monday to Saturday giving some flexibility to working hours and days worked. The successful applicant will work with volunteers guided by Lilac staff to continue enhancing the image of the shops and their sales.

Responsibilities

• Recording sales on POS system - handling cash and card sales.
• Balance taking and lodge cash to in-house safe and bank lodgements.
• Record keeping of rotas and hours worked by volunteers.
• Sorting donations, preparing window displays and controlling stock.
• Work as team alongside volunteers to keep the shop clean and free from any hazards.
• Engage with Lilac staff, customers and volunteers to promote Lilac.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Qualifications in GCSE or equivalent, or received vocational training or apprenticeship in retail/customer service or sales. Or, have 2 years experience of successfully working in a retail outlet.
• Ability to show a track record of learning and improving skills.

Desirable Skills

• Driving Licence.
• Knowledge of donation labels and therefore pricing.
• Keen interest in clothing trends and the vintage market.

Further Information

The Employer is: LILAC CANCER SUPPORT LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.