Job Description

Assistant Shop Manager - Kempston

Starting salary 15,531 per annum (FTE 25,885) with room to develop and progress through the pay grade banding up to 15,919 per annum (FTE 26,532).

Would you like to join a top 100 Best Large Company rated outstanding to work for?


As an enthusiastic people orientated Assistant Shop Manager you will make a positive impact to the community through the success and growth of your store - every sale supports a greater purpose within Keech Hospice!


This role offers 24 hours and requires you to be fully flexible, including weekends on a rota basis.

What you will do:

Support the Shop Manager in achieving sales and profit targets. Promote Keech within the community and encourage customer engagement. Optimise store space and regular stock rotation in line with company policy. Ensuring excellent customer satisfaction is maintained. Sign up new Gift Aid donations and process paperwork in compliance with HMRC regulations.

What we're looking for:

Although retail experience is desirable it is not a necessity Ability to build good rapport and be part of a team. Strong leadership and people skills Great communicator with the ability to work on own initiative

Why join us:

A competitive salary and generous annual leave Ability to carry over your existing NHS pension scheme Healthcare scheme Career development and progression opportunities A caring, supportive and inclusive environment We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve and will take appropriate measures to safeguard them. We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve and will take appropriate measures to safeguard them.

For further details, please see the and Person Specification below.


We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve and will take appropriate measures to safeguard them.


As an equal opportunity and disability confident leader accredited employer, we value diversity in our workplace. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

If you require any assistance completing the application form, or would like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact recruitment@keech.org.uk


The successful applicant will be required to undertake a basic disclosure and barring services (DBS) check.


Keech provide free, specialist care for Adults in Luton and South Bedfordshire, and children from Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Milton Keynes living with a life limiting illness. Keech supports adults and children to live pain and symptom free, to spend untroubled time with their loved one, to understand what's happening to them, to stay out of hospital and to make the most of the time they have.

Contact:

Recruitment@keech.org.uk