Charity Shop Assistant Manager (FTC)

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Salary: £21,038.49 per annum (based on a full time equivalent of £26,298.11 per annum or £13.45 per hour)

Hours: 30 hours per week – flexible, but will include weekends and bank holidays

Location: South Molton

Duration: Approximately 10 months Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity to come and work with us as part of our Retail Team, based at our South Molton shop. We are
seeking an organised and enthusiastic Assistant Manager to join us 4 days per week. Working closely with the Shop Manager, you
will play a key role in leading the team, maximising sales and ensuring that the highest level of customer service is consistently
delivered. Daily tasks may include:

- Providing cover for the Manager in their absence
- Supporting and guiding volunteers in the day to day running of the shop
- Stock control, sorting and rotation
- Displaying goods effectively, including creative displays and maintaining the shop's appearance
- Sorting and preparing unsaleable items for recycling or waste
- Facilitating and processing Gift Aid

THE CANDIDATE

We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated and has excellent interpersonal communication and customer care skills. Previous
experience in retail and / or customer service environment is required with good problem-solving ability and a readiness for the
ever-changing challenge that is charity retailing!

If you are looking for a new challenge that makes a real difference to the local community, we want to hear from you!

THE PACKAGE

£13.45 per Hour. As a valued member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata), rising to 27 days with length of service
- Occupational Maternity/Paternity & Adoption leave

- Paid time off for fertility treatment
- Pension scheme, 6% employer contributions
- Occupational sick pay scheme
- Counselling and financial wellbeing services

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Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.

MORE INFORMATION AND HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please visit our careers page here [ scroll down to 'Charity Shop Assistant Manager - South
Molton' and click 'Apply for this job'.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 19th May 2026 at 9am.

Interviews will be held at our Barnstaple Shop on Thursday 4th June 2026

If you would like to find out more information about the role, or speak to one of the Retail team, please contact us at
View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk [View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk].

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Devon Air Ambulance are a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive
and accessible. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments to support
candidates throughout the recruitment journey. If you require any accommodations, please let us know.

We recognise that candidates may use AI tools to support their application, for example to improve clarity, structure, or
presentation. However, we value authenticity and expect candidates to retain accountability for the content of their application,
and for all submissions to reflect the candidate’s own experience and skills and be an honest representation of their
capabilities. Please be assured that we do not use AI to make shortlisting or hiring decisions.

*Please note that interview dates are likely but are subject to change in the event of unforeseen circumstances

Due to the nature of this role, offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check and references.

Disclaimer: Devon Air Ambulance reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if a high number of
applications are received. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unfortunately unable to consider further applications, so please
submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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