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Retail Assistant

£12.3 - £13.8 per hourEstimated
Full-time

About The Role

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen to join the Retail Team at Falmouth Exeter Plus as a part-time evening and weekend

Retail Assistant .

Based at the Penryn Campus, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional customer experience, working alongside both colleagues and our team of students employed within the retail unit. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to outstanding customer service and are enthusiastic about supporting a welcoming and inclusive retail environment.

This is a highly customer-focused role, requiring professional, approachable and reliable individuals who can build positive relationships with customers and colleagues alike. As part of the wider Retail Team, you will help maintain high standards across the retail operation while contributing to a positive experience for everyone who uses our services.

About You

The successful candidates will have previous experience of working independently in a customer facing retail environment and have a flexible approach to working hours.

You will be highly reliable, capable of working with minimal supervision while delivering a friendly, first-rate customer service experience. You will be well organised, able to prioritise tasks effectively, and remain calm and efficient during busy periods. A proactive approach and strong attention to detail will be essential in helping to maintain high standards across the retail operation.

Position 1

  Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 6:00pm to 9:00pm, Thursday: 10:00am to 1:30pm Alternate weekends: Saturday: 1:00pm to 7:00pm, Sunday: 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Position 2

Tuesday and Thursday: 6:00pm to 9:00pm, Monday: 10:00am to 1:30pm, Wednesday: 10:00am to 2:00pm Alternate weekends: Saturday: 1:00pm to 7:00pm, Sunday: 10:00am to 5:00pm

For full details of the skills/experience required, please see the job description above.

Contact ***email_hidden*** with any questions about the vacancy or to request an informal discussion before applying.

The closing date for the position is Sunday 1 November 2026.

Falmouth Exeter Plus manages and delivers services at Falmouth, Penryn and Truro Campuses on behalf of Falmouth University and the University of Exeter. Working closely with the Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union (The SU) and the wider, universities partnership we support Higher Education learning and living, ensuring that the interests of all campus users are at the heart of everything we do.

It is a fast moving environment where agility and a positive approach to change and enhancement are central to our progress. Our mission is 'to deliver world-class shared professional services to help our partners achieve their global ambitions’.

As an employer of choice we can offer the successful candidate for this role a range of benefits, including:

- Employer Pension Contribution up to 10%

 - 26 days + 8 days bank holiday

- Life Assurance

 - Subsidised Sports Centre Membership (Gym & Fitness Classes)

- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

- Cycle Scheme & Home & Tech Scheme

- Vivup Lifestyle Discounts

Alongside these benefits we offer a first class working environment across our campuses with all the facilities you would expect from working across two leading Universities.

Falmouth Exeter Plus welcomes and encourages job applications from people of all identities and backgrounds, particularly those under-represented and/or marginalised, as it is important we have a diverse range of candidates to consider.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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