Job Reference:

1680

Location:

Somerset

Hours of Work:

14.8 hours per week (part-time)

Salary:

£28,884 - £31,698 FTE per annum

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

13 Feb 2026

Play Therapist
Service: Family Action Domestic Abuse Healing and Empowerment Counselling Service North Somerset
Location: Office Based – Weston-Super-Mare (tbc) with travel across North Somerset
Hours: 14.8 hours per week (part-time)
Salary: £28,884 - £31,698 FTE per annum (£11,553.60 - £12,679.20 per annum for part-time, 14.8 hours per week)
Contract type: Permanent

Family Action & the Role’s Impact
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities. We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.

Family Action delivers a wide range of projects for victims/survivors of domestic abuse. This is an exciting opportunity to join the new Adult and Children counselling team specialising in counselling survivors of domestic abuse, with a trauma-informed approach. The contract is based in North Somerset working with all people within the community.

Main responsibilities
The Play Therapist will deliver trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate play and creative therapy to children from birth, children and young people, and young adults up to 25 with additional needs, referred by partner agencies for those impacted by domestic abuse. The role focuses on early intervention, attachment, emotional wellbeing, recovery and resilience, working closely with parents/carers and multi-agency professionals.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about addressing violence against girls and women and are committed to intersectional work. Our play therapists should excel in managing clinical risks, conducting assessments, and handling confidential information with sensitivity.There will be 3 hours per month of paid clinical supervision plus line management supervision with the Clinical Service Manager.

Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
• You will be a qualified and registered Play Therapist with experience of working with infants, children and young people, including those with additional or complex needs.
• You will be confident working with families affected by domestic abuse, able to build safe therapeutic relationships, manage clinical risk and contribute positively to a trauma-informed service.
• You will be client-centred, reflective in practice and committed to equality of access, dignity and inclusion for all service users.
• You will be an accredited by BAPT or PTUK.
• You will bring experience of managing complex interventions and service models focused on trauma and promoting resilience.
• The post holder should be committed to continued professional development and have an exceptional knowledge of underpinning theories of practice models and interventions and their application.
• You will have a strong track record in quality, performance, and safeguarding. With a client-facing approach, you will be passionate about engaging our service users in all aspects of our work including co-production.
• This role will be office-based in North Somerset with travel across the area and potentially include one evening and weekend shift per week.
• Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service – Enhanced with Children’s Barred List DBS Check

What will we offer you?
We’ll offer you a generous pension scheme and leave entitlements, eye care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme and other great benefits. All roles in Family Action are open to a discussion about possible flexible working options, subject to business needs, and all new starters will have the right to make a flexible working request from day one of employment. We have an excellent wellbeing offer and we will invest in your professional development with on-going quality training and career development opportunities. You will join teams of established, supportive and high-performing services and have the opportunity to thrive in an innovative organisation that values your opinion, encourages learning and has the needs of children and fam...

Retail Stock Processor (Dumbarton)

• locations
• Dumbarton Shop
• Glasgow Queen Street Shop

• time type
• Part time

• posted on
• Posted Today

• time left to apply
• End Date: January 26, 2026 (12 days left to apply)

• job requisition id
• R032711

Millions of bargain-hunters. Endless pre-loved items. One meaningful purpose. 

Retail Stock Processor 

£12.21 per hour plus benefits

Reports to: Store manager 

Department: ​Trading​ 

Contract: ​Permanent​ 

Hours: ​Part time 15 hours per week​  

Location: Dumbarton Shop

Closing date: 25th January 2026 23:55 ​This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications are received or once a suitable candidate is found​ 

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. 

​​At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.​ 

​​We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That’s why we’re looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. ​

We’re looking for a proactive stock processor to join Cancer Research UK’s trading team. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, taking care of pre-loved items and getting them ready for their new home.

You’ll also be surrounded by people who are as dedicated to beating cancer as you are.

What will I be doing? 

• Processing and looking after new and donated stock. This includes keeping on top of stock rotation and replenishment, pricing, steaming and tagging.

• Assisting the store team in achieving sales and fundraising targets.

• Supporting the training of colleagues and volunteers in stock processing.

• Ensuring standards of safeguarding, compliance, security and health and safety are followed.

• Using your customer service skills to make sure our customers and supporters feel welcome and appreciated.

• There will be a varied amount of manual handling and physical activity required within the day-to-day duties of the role.

What are you looking for? 

• Experience working in a busy customer-facing environment.

• Adaptability to changing situations.

• A proactive mindset.

• The ability to manage your own workload and work independently and as part of a team.

• A positive approach to building relationships with community members.

• Flexibility, our retail teams cover the needs of their stores by working on a rota basis. Whilst a level of flexibility is needed to meet the needs of the business, we don’t forget that you have a life outside of work too.

What will I gain? 

We make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.

Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.

Our retail teams also have access to confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.

How do I apply? 

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly,...

Retail Stock Processor (Dumbarton)

• locations
• Dumbarton Shop
• Glasgow Queen Street Shop

• time type
• Part time

• posted on
• Posted Today

• time left to apply
• End Date: January 26, 2026 (12 days left to apply)

• job requisition id
• R032712

Millions of bargain-hunters. Endless pre-loved items. One meaningful purpose. 

Retail Stock Processor 

£12.21 per hour plus benefits

Reports to: Store manager 

Department: ​Trading​ 

Contract: ​Permanent​ 

Hours: ​Part time 15 hours per week​  

Location: Dumbarton Shop

Closing date: 25th January 2026 23:55 ​This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications are received or once a suitable candidate is found​ 

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. 

​​At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.​ 

​​We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That’s why we’re looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. ​

We’re looking for a proactive stock processor to join Cancer Research UK’s trading team. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, taking care of pre-loved items and getting them ready for their new home.

You’ll also be surrounded by people who are as dedicated to beating cancer as you are.

What will I be doing? 

• Processing and looking after new and donated stock. This includes keeping on top of stock rotation and replenishment, pricing, steaming and tagging.

• Assisting the store team in achieving sales and fundraising targets.

• Supporting the training of colleagues and volunteers in stock processing.

• Ensuring standards of safeguarding, compliance, security and health and safety are followed.

• Using your customer service skills to make sure our customers and supporters feel welcome and appreciated.

• There will be a varied amount of manual handling and physical activity required within the day-to-day duties of the role.

What are you looking for? 

• Experience working in a busy customer-facing environment.

• Adaptability to changing situations.

• A proactive mindset.

• The ability to manage your own workload and work independently and as part of a team.

• A positive approach to building relationships with community members.

• Flexibility, our retail teams cover the needs of their stores by working on a rota basis. Whilst a level of flexibility is needed to meet the needs of the business, we don’t forget that you have a life outside of work too.

What will I gain? 

We make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.

Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.

Our retail teams also have access to confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.

How do I apply? 

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly,...

Supporter Stewardship Agent

Do you have excellent customer service skills? Can you help us put our wonderful supporters at the heart of everything we do?

At Dogs Trust, we’re incredibly fortunate to have a passionate community of supporters who share their love of dogs every day. Their generosity powers our mission to improve the lives of dogs across the UK. We’re looking for a Supporter Stewardship Agent to deliver outstanding customer care - recognising supporter loyalty, demonstrating the impact of their contributions, and inspiring them to continue being part of our journey.

What does this role do?

As a Supporter Stewardship Agent, you will:

• have meaningful conversations with our supporters—taking donations, answering questions, sharing your love of dogs, and resolving queries.
• set up, amend, and maintain supporter records using our database (Salesforce).
• liaise with other teams and departments to ensure supporter queries are resolved efficiently
• support our Gift Processing team with donation handling and administration during peak periods.

Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for Wednesday 4th February, and will take place on Teams.

Could this be you?

To be successful in this role, you’ll be a confident communicator with an excellent telephone manner and the ability to build rapport with supporters. A team player with strong problem-solving skills, you’ll also have a keen eye for detail and good numeracy skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is essential, as well as experience with databases (although not essential, Salesforce knowledge is desirable).

About Dogs Trust

We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

Documents

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Feel free to send us an email at

jobs@dogstrust.org.uk. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Jobs

Working at the Foundation

Established by one of the great sculptors of the twentieth century, our core aim at The Henry Moore Foundation is to enable as many people as possible to enjoy and appreciate sculpture.

If you are interested in joining our teams in Hertfordshire or Leeds, you can find out about vacancies and volunteer opportunities below.

Vacancies

Estate & Facilities Manager

Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire Full Time (35 hours per week) Salary: £36,000 – £39,000 + 12.5% pension contribution and other benefits

This is a unique opportunity to bring your knowledge of buildings and facilities management to our beautiful countryside location where world-famous sculptor, Henry Moore, lived and created his great works – and in an engaging, varied role where no two days are the same!

Reporting to the Head of Visitor Engagement & Operations, this vital role oversees the care, maintenance and efficient running of historical and new buildings, their associated plant and equipment, a small portfolio of let cottages, and the effective management of the gardens and 72-acre rural estate.

With responsibility for the safety and security of employees, visitors and the collections, this post also supports the Foundation’s sustainability agenda, while driving operational efficiency, managing tendering and procurement processes, and working to budgets.

Our ideal candidate will:

• be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of buildings and facilities management
• be familiar with building management systems, including HVAC, to the level of identifying faults to specialist contractors
• be self-motivated with a strong aptitude for problem solving and attention to detail
• have a commitment to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement
• be tactful and diplomatic, with excellent negotiation and communication skills
• thrive in our busy, people-focused, dynamic working environment
• have an interest in galleries, museums and historical artefacts

Estate & Facilities Manager information pack (PDF, 0.6mb)

Equal opportunities monitoring form (DOC,  0.1mb)

To apply, please download and fill out the application forms above.

Completed application forms (no CVs please) should be sent to Emma Sweetland at:
recruitment@henry-moore.org

Deadline to apply: Tuesday 27 January 2026, 9:00

Interviews: Monday 2 February 2026 at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Perry Green, East Hertfordshire

Learning & Engagement Coordinator

Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire Full Time, 2-year Fixed Term role (35 hours per week) Salary: £26,000 – £28,000

This exciting new role will support the creation, coordination and delivery of the Learning and Engagement Programme at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens in our brand new state-of-the-art Sheep Field Barn gallery and learning spaces.

You’ll help to deliver the family programme during the visitor season, and school activities and formal learning opportunities in the rest of the year.

Our ideal candidate will:

• have a strong interest in participatory arts and cultural learning
• be confident planning and delivering hands-on, creative activities inspired by art, nature and Henry Moore’s work, creating welcoming and inclusive experiences that are both fun and educational
• be an excellent communicator, highly organised and audience-focused
• have practical making skills and experience delivering inclusive, participatory activities, to appeal to a diverse audience and range of abilities

Learning & Engagement Coordinator information pack (PDF, 0.6mb)

Equal opportunities monitoring form (DOC,  0.1mb)

To apply, please download and fill out the application forms above.

Completed...

Jobs

Working at the Foundation

Established by one of the great sculptors of the twentieth century, our core aim at The Henry Moore Foundation is to enable as many people as possible to enjoy and appreciate sculpture.

If you are interested in joining our teams in Hertfordshire or Leeds, you can find out about vacancies and volunteer opportunities below.

Vacancies

Estate & Facilities Manager

Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire Full Time (35 hours per week) Salary: £36,000 – £39,000 + 12.5% pension contribution and other benefits

This is a unique opportunity to bring your knowledge of buildings and facilities management to our beautiful countryside location where world-famous sculptor, Henry Moore, lived and created his great works – and in an engaging, varied role where no two days are the same!

Reporting to the Head of Visitor Engagement & Operations, this vital role oversees the care, maintenance and efficient running of historical and new buildings, their associated plant and equipment, a small portfolio of let cottages, and the effective management of the gardens and 72-acre rural estate.

With responsibility for the safety and security of employees, visitors and the collections, this post also supports the Foundation’s sustainability agenda, while driving operational efficiency, managing tendering and procurement processes, and working to budgets.

Our ideal candidate will:

• be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of buildings and facilities management
• be familiar with building management systems, including HVAC, to the level of identifying faults to specialist contractors
• be self-motivated with a strong aptitude for problem solving and attention to detail
• have a commitment to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement
• be tactful and diplomatic, with excellent negotiation and communication skills
• thrive in our busy, people-focused, dynamic working environment
• have an interest in galleries, museums and historical artefacts

Estate & Facilities Manager information pack (PDF, 0.6mb)

Equal opportunities monitoring form (DOC,  0.1mb)

To apply, please download and fill out the application forms above.

Completed application forms (no CVs please) should be sent to Emma Sweetland at:
recruitment@henry-moore.org

Deadline to apply: Tuesday 27 January 2026, 9:00

Interviews: Monday 2 February 2026 at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Perry Green, East Hertfordshire

Engagement Assistant

Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, Hertfordshire Part time, fixed term and casual zero hours contracts available Pay: £13.45 per hour

Engagement Assistants are part of the seasonal team at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens. They welcome visitors, help to look after the artworks and collections on display, as well as engaging with our visitors and responding to their questions about Henry Moore and his life and work. They assist with engagement activities as required and do their utmost to make the experience of visiting our location as enjoyable as possible.

Engagement Assistants are responsible for:

• Welcoming visitors to Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, including schools, groups and personal tours
• Providing accessibility and special needs assistance as required
• Assisting with workshops, events and learning activities for school, family and community groups
• Helping to ensure the security of the buildings and contents/works of art whilst open to the public
• Ensuring all health and safety at work and safeguarding procedures are followed to help keep our facilities safe for the benefit of all employees and visitors
• Recording and reporting any damages or incidents to the Visitor Services Manager/Duty Manager in accordance with procedures in the Seasonal Staff Handbook
• Ensuring that all spaces are always presented to the highest possible standards in terms of cleanliness, tidiness and the presentation of visitor information. This may include checking toilets and cleaning as necessary; checking bins in public areas and emptying ...

We use cookies. Some are necessary to make our site work and others are optional, allowing us to analyse site usage, personalise content and to tailor advertising. These are stored on your device and are placed by us and trusted partners. Find out more in our cookie policy.

• Your Privacy

• Strictly Necessary Cookies

• Functional Cookies

• Performance Cookies

• Targeting Cookies

When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device. Cookies do not directly identify you, but they do give a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change your settings. Cookie Policy

Always Active

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security and remembering items added to a shopping basket. You cannot switch off these cookies.

Inactive

These cookies remember choices made by you or the way you interact with our website. They enhance your experience during your visit to our website by remembering your preferences and personalizing customizable pages e.g. remembering your name or promoting regional events. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and to see how visitors move around the site. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies are used to display relevant advertising to you on our website, on other websites and social media platforms. These cookies collect information about your browsing habits across the internet in order to build a profile of your interests and make advertising relevant to you. The information that’s been used to build that profile may also be used to find other people with similar interests to yours so that our adverts can be shown to them too. Social media cookies also allow you to share content with family, friends and your network. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Consent Leg.Interest

label

label

label

• label

We use cookies. Some are necessary to make our site work and others are optional, allowing us to analyse site usage, personalise content and to tailor advertising. These are stored on your device and are placed by us and trusted partners. Find out more in our cookie policy.

• Your Privacy

• Strictly Necessary Cookies

• Functional Cookies

• Performance Cookies

• Targeting Cookies

When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device. Cookies do not directly identify you, but they do give a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change your settings. Cookie Policy

Always Active

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security and remembering items added to a shopping basket. You cannot switch off these cookies.

Inactive

These cookies remember choices made by you or the way you interact with our website. They enhance your experience during your visit to our website by remembering your preferences and personalizing customizable pages e.g. remembering your name or promoting regional events. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and to see how visitors move around the site. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies are used to display relevant advertising to you on our website, on other websites and social media platforms. These cookies collect information about your browsing habits across the internet in order to build a profile of your interests and make advertising relevant to you. The information that’s been used to build that profile may also be used to find other people with similar interests to yours so that our adverts can be shown to them too. Social media cookies also allow you to share content with family, friends and your network. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Consent Leg.Interest

label

label

label

• label

We use cookies. Some are necessary to make our site work and others are optional, allowing us to analyse site usage, personalise content and to tailor advertising. These are stored on your device and are placed by us and trusted partners. Find out more in our cookie policy.

• Your Privacy

• Strictly Necessary Cookies

• Functional Cookies

• Performance Cookies

• Targeting Cookies

When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device. Cookies do not directly identify you, but they do give a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change your settings. Cookie Policy

Always Active

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security and remembering items added to a shopping basket. You cannot switch off these cookies.

Inactive

These cookies remember choices made by you or the way you interact with our website. They enhance your experience during your visit to our website by remembering your preferences and personalizing customizable pages e.g. remembering your name or promoting regional events. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and to see how visitors move around the site. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies are used to display relevant advertising to you on our website, on other websites and social media platforms. These cookies collect information about your browsing habits across the internet in order to build a profile of your interests and make advertising relevant to you. The information that’s been used to build that profile may also be used to find other people with similar interests to yours so that our adverts can be shown to them too. Social media cookies also allow you to share content with family, friends and your network. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Consent Leg.Interest

label

label

label

• label

We use cookies. Some are necessary to make our site work and others are optional, allowing us to analyse site usage, personalise content and to tailor advertising. These are stored on your device and are placed by us and trusted partners. Find out more in our cookie policy.

• Your Privacy

• Strictly Necessary Cookies

• Functional Cookies

• Performance Cookies

• Targeting Cookies

When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device. Cookies do not directly identify you, but they do give a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change your settings. Cookie Policy

Always Active

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security and remembering items added to a shopping basket. You cannot switch off these cookies.

Inactive

These cookies remember choices made by you or the way you interact with our website. They enhance your experience during your visit to our website by remembering your preferences and personalizing customizable pages e.g. remembering your name or promoting regional events. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and to see how visitors move around the site. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies are used to display relevant advertising to you on our website, on other websites and social media platforms. These cookies collect information about your browsing habits across the internet in order to build a profile of your interests and make advertising relevant to you. The information that’s been used to build that profile may also be used to find other people with similar interests to yours so that our adverts can be shown to them too. Social media cookies also allow you to share content with family, friends and your network. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Consent Leg.Interest

label

label

label

• label

Store Manager

Are you a fashion-conscious dog lover who makes things happen?

We are looking for a commercially minded Store Manager to help us create a hub of sustainable fashion and a place for dog lovers in your community.

What does this role do?

As Store Manager, you'll:

• build and inspire a team of volunteers to deliver excellent customer service,
• maximise shop profit through achieving or exceeding budgeted sales targets, leading on pricing of items for sale according to guidelines,
• maintain high levels of shop presentation through effective merchandising, using commercial decision making to drive the best use of space available,
• use marketing skills to request quality stock,
• provide leadership and line management to volunteers and members of staff.

Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for Friday 6th February, and will take place on Teams.

Could this be you?

To be successful in this role, you'll need some retail experience along with strong team and budgetary management skills. You'll be an engaging, inspiring leader who has the ability to drive sales through commercial awareness and excellent customer service. 

What does this team do?

Our Retail department is a growing network of 33 charity shops, fuelled by a burning passion for animal welfare and positive change, allowing us to raise funds that make a difference in the lives of countless dogs and their devoted owners across the UK.

About Dogs Trust

We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

Documents

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Feel free to send us an email at

jobs@dogstrust.org.uk. We're here to support you every step of the way.

We use cookies. Some are necessary to make our site work and others are optional, allowing us to analyse site usage, personalise content and to tailor advertising. These are stored on your device and are placed by us and trusted partners. Find out more in our cookie policy.

• Your Privacy

• Strictly Necessary Cookies

• Functional Cookies

• Performance Cookies

• Targeting Cookies

When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device. Cookies do not directly identify you, but they do give a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and change your settings. Cookie Policy

Always Active

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security and remembering items added to a shopping basket. You cannot switch off these cookies.

Inactive

These cookies remember choices made by you or the way you interact with our website. They enhance your experience during your visit to our website by remembering your preferences and personalizing customizable pages e.g. remembering your name or promoting regional events. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and to see how visitors move around the site. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Inactive

These cookies are used to display relevant advertising to you on our website, on other websites and social media platforms. These cookies collect information about your browsing habits across the internet in order to build a profile of your interests and make advertising relevant to you. The information that’s been used to build that profile may also be used to find other people with similar interests to yours so that our adverts can be shown to them too. Social media cookies also allow you to share content with family, friends and your network. These cookies will be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. You may switch these cookies off but if you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.

Consent Leg.Interest

label

label

label

• label

• Shop Name
• Poole
• Contract Type
• Permanent
• Apply by
• 16-Jan-2026
• Salary
• £22,622.60 - £25,207
• Job Category
• Retail
• Working pattern
• 5 days out of 7
• Weekly Hours
• 35 hours

Age UK is recruiting! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Store Manager to join our friendly and supportive team in Poole.

Utilising your previous retail experience and excellent managerial skills, you will manage the day to day running of our store - maximising store sales and profits while ensuring our customers receive an excellent service. In doing so, you will be helping to raise funds for Age UK and the incredible services and support they provide to older people.

As Store Manager, you will manage our brilliant team of staff and volunteers, providing effective leadership, training, and development.

If you are a motivated manager with a passion for retail and would like to use your skills to support a charity that helps thousands of older people across the UK, this may be the role for you!

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)

To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.

• Experience in a performance driven retail/customer centric environment
• Experience of managing people
• Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg’s
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team
• Strong drive to achieve results through others
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
• Ability to motivate self and others
• An open and adaptable approach to change and be able to support others through it
• Experience of communicating with a diverse workforce and customer base
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising
• IT literacy and numeracy skills

• Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave (pro rata for our part-time colleagues) + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Wellbeing days – 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
• Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free.
• Blue Light Card scheme
• You Did It Awards – recognition awards from £100-250.

To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.

Supporting statements and anonymisation

Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from ...