Shop Assistant

Shop Assistant

Sue Ryder Charity shop, Unit 3, Willerby Park Shopping Centre, 3, Beverley Rd, Hull HU10 6EB
15 Hours per week over 7 days
£12.21 per hour + rewards & Benefits

Be there when it matters.

Winners of the Employer of the Year for the People in Retail Awards 2023 – Retail Bulletin.

Sue Ryder is one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 400 shops. Every item sold in our shops generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community. We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need.

We have a much-loved presence on high streets across the country - with a range of innovative shops, including boutiques, vintage and retro shops, and large format stores. As a member of the retail team, you’ll be helping us inspire communities to provide more care for more people through innovating and collaborating on ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. You will also be contributing to drive up the income that generates the vital funds necessary to keep our care and support services running.

We understand our people are our most important asset and work hard to make sure you feel valued and included as part of a team. In retail most work every weekend, our managers mainly work only 1 in 2. We don't expect our teams to work past 5.15 in most of our shops. The earliest we start is 8.45am. We have every Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day off.

Sue Ryder Willerby is situated in a busy retail park next to Waitrose. The shop sells a large range of good quality fashion for everyone, as well as shoes and accessories, bric-a-brac, books, DVDs, CDs and Vinyl. The team at Willerby is friendly and hard-working and we are always looking for volunteers.

About you
Do you have excellent customer service skills? Are you comfortable working in a busy fast paced environment? If so come and support our shop team in our Willerby store and contribute to the work we do across Sue Ryder!

As our new Shop Assistant, you will help us to create a well-presented shop where customers get great service. You will sort and size stock and be on hand to help customers with their purchases. Remember that you could often be moving stock – which may involve lifting heavy goods or furniture.

Other responsibilities include:
• To help maximise donated income through proactive stock generation, optimum pricing, processing stock to agreed levels and stock planning.
• Set high standards of merchandising and housekeeping, ensuring you and your colleagues’ health and safety is a priority.
• Manage effective stock processes to ensure your shop is well merchandised with fresh, seasonal stock at all times.
• Act as a brand ambassador for Sue Ryder, supporting in store campaigns to promote the brand and national fundraising initiatives.

Minimum Essential Criteria
• Customer Service Experience
• Cash Handling/Till work
• Basic IT skills (emails/instant messaging/video calls)
• Organisational Skills
• Lone working experience

Desirable Criteria
• High street retail/leisure/hospitality background
• KPI and target experience
• Team Player
• Merchandising/Stock rotation

Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- Refer a Friend scheme - £250 payment
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced sick pay
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Healthcare Cash plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare
- Death in Service benefit
- Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
- Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
- Access to Employee support programme
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.

Closing date: 28th January
Interview date: 2nd Feb

If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.

https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/why-work-for-sue-ryder

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Sue Ryder, we recognise that a diverse workforce allows us to provide the best care and support. We are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, th...

Shop Assistant

Shop Assistant

Sue Ryder Charity shop, Unit 1, Bretton Centre, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 8DN
22.5 Hours per week over 7 days
£12.21 per hour + rewards & Benefits

Be there when it matters.

Winners of the Employer of the Year for the People in Retail Awards 2023 – Retail Bulletin.

Sue Ryder is one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 400 shops. Every item sold in our shops generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community. We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need.

We have a much-loved presence on high streets across the country - with a range of innovative shops, including boutiques, vintage and retro shops, and large format stores. As a member of the retail team, you’ll be helping us inspire communities to provide more care for more people through innovating and collaborating on ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. You will also be contributing to drive up the income that generates the vital funds necessary to keep our care and support services running.

We understand our people are our most important asset and work hard to make sure you feel valued and included as part of a team. In retail most work every weekend, our managers mainly work only 1 in 2. We don't expect our teams to work past 5.15 in most of our shops. The earliest we start is 8.45am. We have every Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day off.

New shop opening February 2026

About you
Do you have excellent customer service skills? Are you comfortable working in a busy fast paced environment? If so come and support our shop team in our xxxx store and contribute to the work we do across Sue Ryder!

As our new Shop Assistant, you will help us to create a well-presented shop where customers get great service. You will sort and size stock and be on hand to help customers with their purchases. Remember that you could often be moving stock – which may involve lifting heavy goods or furniture.

Other responsibilities include:
• To help maximise donated income through proactive stock generation, optimum pricing, processing stock to agreed levels and stock planning.
• Set high standards of merchandising and housekeeping, ensuring you and your colleagues’ health and safety is a priority.
• Manage effective stock processes to ensure your shop is well merchandised with fresh, seasonal stock at all times.
• Act as a brand ambassador for Sue Ryder, supporting in store campaigns to promote the brand and national fundraising initiatives.

Minimum Essential Criteria
• Customer Service Experience
• Cash Handling/Till work
• Basic IT skills (emails/instant messaging/video calls)
• Organisational Skills
• Lone working experience

Desirable Criteria
• High street retail/leisure/hospitality background
• KPI and target experience
• Team Player
• Merchandising/Stock rotation

Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- Refer a Friend scheme - £250 payment
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced sick pay
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Healthcare Cash plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare
- Death in Service benefit
- Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
- Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
- Access to Employee support programme
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.

Closing date: 4th Feb
Interview date: 11th Feb

If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.

https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/why-work-for-sue-ryder

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Sue Ryder, we recognise that a diverse workforce allows us to provide the best care and support. We are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and those living with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we’re proud to support the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme. This means we will offer an interview to all disabled applicants who best meet the minimum esse...

Are you a retail superstar who is passionate about helping make a difference?

We're on the lookout for a dynamicShop Assistant to join our friendly team. This fantastic opportunity will help you develop your retail skills while making a positive impact. Come join us in our mission to spread kindness! Why work for the Red Cross?

We're on the lookout for a dynamic

“The camaraderie. The feeling of being part of something bigger and knowing that all the hard work goes to help those in crisis” - Deborah, Shop Manager  

• Assisting the shop manager to run a lucrative, customer-focussed shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.
• Helping to create a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.
• Confident working on the shop floor, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, operate the till, and create striking displays.
• Being responsible for sorting stock and preparing items for display, behind the scenes.

• Previous experience of working in a retail environment and are confident with handling money
• To be a strong communicator who thrives on providing excellent customer service and enjoys meeting lots of different people.
• A commercial savvy mindset, with a grasp of hitting targets
• To appreciate and anticipate each customer's needs and delight them with the service provided

Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Monday 26th January 2026.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development:A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts:Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
• Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders

At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks: Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.

Childcare Assistant

Clwb Bwthyn Bach is a small (max 27) and friendly 'committee supported' setting run from its own separate building, set within the grounds of Ysgol yr Esgob in Caerwys. We provide Wrap-Around Childcare at our Caerwys site for the children of Ysgol yr Esgob in Caerwys and Ysgol Lixwm (transported from) as well as the wider community. Our numbers are increasing therefore we are looking for a 3rd member to join our team!

We are looking for a well organised, confident and most importantly 'fun' person to assist in creating a stimulating, caring and happy environment for our children.

Salary:

In accordance with NMW or Living Wage, whichever is applicable.

NEST Pension Scheme.

Overall Responsibility

• To assist the Person In Charge in the day to day running of the setting, providing high quality education and childcare; ensuring that it is a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children to learn and develop.
• Assist with the planning process and be responsible for recording observations where appropriate.
• Liaise with the Person in Charge and Deputy on children's needs and progress development.
• To work as a team and be able to take leadership duties if applicable, being responsible for the children and any other staff members.
• Have good communication skills and be able to build good working relationships with parents/carers. To fulfil legal and statutory requirements, contribute to and implement Playgroup policies; in addition to acting as a key worker for a group of children and communicating progress on a regular basis with their parents.

Main Duties

• To ensure that the Playgroup is a safe environment for children, that equipment is safe, standards of hygiene are high, and safety procedures are always implemented. Also to undertake extra training essential to the role (First aid, Safeguarding etc..)
• To keep storage areas tidy, safe and accessible in accordance with the rental contract.
• To set up Playgroup activity equipment before the children arrive at the playgroup and tidy away equipment at the end of the playgroup session. To clean down appropriately and to assist a deep clean periodically.
• To assist or lead on Playgroup activities and offer appropriate stimulation according to national guidelines and support to the children.
• To work closely with the children, other members of staff and parents.
• To ensure there is a good, happy and positive atmosphere at all sessions.
• To take time to listen and respond to children, encourage participation, and support them in their development.
• To maintain equality of opportunity for all children within the playgroup.

Qualifications and Additions

• Level 2 Early Years Childcare Qualification OR
• Early Years Qualifications Level 2 plus working towards Level 3 whilst in our employment if desired.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and take instruction when required.
• Experience and passion to work 'hands on' with young children, which may include nappies and toilet training.
• Previous experience working with ALN desirable/autism awareness training a benefit.
• Enhanced DBS/First aid / Safeguarding / Food and Hygiene Certificates – training can be provided if required.
• Driving licence and own transport essential.

Monday to Thursday term time 11.30am until 4.30pm. (Potential for days to change depending on demand and you will be required to cover staff illnesses/absences when needed.)

Holiday clubs (Summer/Easter) – dependant on demand/discussed at interview.

Please submit your CV to the Secretary, Katie Pierce, via email to: katieepierce78@gmail.com(link sends e-mail) or if preferred post a copy to Ysgol yr Esgob, Lon yr Ysgol, Caerwys, CH7 5PZ

Start Date – As soon as possible.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Larkfield Leisure Centre team on a full time basis. Hours will be on a rota basis and will include weekdays and weekends, day shifts and evenings.

As a Recreation Assistant, you are responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety of our swimmers and delivering an excellent customer experience. This will include inspecting facilities for cleanliness, complete general pool cleaning and maintenance duties at regular points throughout your shift. You will also be required to ensure swimmers follow safe swimming practice, enforce and adhere to pool rules and regulations.

Candidates should ideally hold a current NPLQ or have the ability to pass the qualification. Training for this can be provided for the right candidate.

You will be customer focused and able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of users. You may also be required to provide coaching and teaching services to customers.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title
Department
Reporting To
Minimum Qualifications

Human Resource Assistant
Human Resource
HR Manager
CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience

Job Purpose

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To provide a comprehensive administrative service in the employer life
cycle & support the day-to-day running of the HR service
To support all aspects of the HR function including policy implementation,
operational guidance, compliance requirements, HR systems and record
keeping
To provide full administrative service to support all stages of the employee
experience at Halton Haven Hospice including recruitment, selection,
induction, performance, development, attendance and exit
To be responsible for our HR system, maintenance and reporting of key HR
workforce data

Key Tasks

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To undertake the coordination of all HR administrative tasks, ensuring all
documentation is managed in line with the agreed standards and records
are fully updated and maintained efficiently
To take a key role in the recruitment and selection process of all staff by:

o  Supporting

the  development  of  key  documents  e.g.,

job
descriptions,  person  specifications,  job  advertisements,  placing
adverts and supporting information

o  Creating and sending out application packs
o  Responding  to  queries  from  managers,  potential  applicants  and

new starters

o  Assisting with short listing applications
o  Support
in

interview  process

the

respect  of  administrative

arrangements

o  Undertaking all pre-employment checks against agreed standards
o  To maintain contact with all new starters from appointment to start

date

o  To establish the personnel record for all new starters

•  Work  with  managers  to  oversee  the  induction  and  probationary  process
for new starters including administration of the induction checklist, logging
of relevant information and ensuring we provide a professional and warm
welcome to all new staff

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To oversee and update all information in respect of “job opportunities” at
Halton Haven Hospice and the benefits of working for the Hospice on the
Hospice website and social media
To oversee the input and reporting from the HR systems ensuring accurate
record keeping of information and provision of reports for managers

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•

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•  Ensure systems are in place to keep personal information up to date and
in line with compliance requirements including professional registrations
To support the appraisal process for the organization by working with the
wider team and managers to process documentation, ensuring accurate
record keeping and entering information onto the HR system
To support the management of HR case work including the development
of  documentation,  arrangements  for  meetings,  confidential  recording  of
meetings and administration of follow up actions.
To support the full range of staff engagement activities including surveys,
feedback
success  &  achievements  and
recognizing
administration of engagement events
log  of  HR  policies,  procedures  and  guidance
To  coordinate  the
documents  overseeing  update  arrangements  and  dissemination  of
updated documents
To  ensure  professional  communications  and  information  sharing  with  the
full  range  of  internal  and  external  customers  including  staff,  volunteers,
managers, internal teams, training providers and Payroll
To assist with a range of project developments across the HR work plan
To  support  the  wider  HR  and  volunteer  function  in  times  of  absence  as
required

staff,

from

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•

•

•

•  Undertake  the  full  range  of  general  administrative  duties  including
scanning,  filing,  photocopying,  processing  invoices  and  other  duties  as
required

Key working relationships

To be able to develop good working relationships at all levels of the organisation
including, but not limited to, executive team, managers, employees and board
members.

Policies, Procedures and Practice

•  Work with the HR Manager to provide a quality, compliant and responsive

•

•

HR service for both managers and employees
To implement and keep up to date with current legislation, compliance
and best practices
To support the absence management process for the organisation by
working with managers and the wider team to process documentation

•  Ensure accurate record keeping, keeping compliant with policy,

procedures and GDPR.

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Employee Relations

•  Escalate potential employee relation cases to the HR Manager where

appropriate.

•  Advise and support managers and employees in relation to recording

and reporting absence and performance management.

NOTE:
The duties and responsibilities referred to are an outline only and may be
changed in conjunction with the post holder, and in accordance with the needs
of the hospice.

Please visit the Halton Haven Hospice website for further information and
application forms https://www.haltonhaven.org.uk/join-us/

Alternatively, please contact recruitment@haltonhaven.co.uk for m...

Event Assistants (York, Leeds)

• locations
• Field Based - England (37.5 Hour Weekly Max)

• time type
• Part time

• posted on
• Posted Today

• time left to apply
• End Date: January 29, 2026 (8 days left to apply)

• job requisition id
• R032681

Hundreds of inspiring events. Thousands of participants. One clear purpose.

Events assistants (insert location) 

Salary £13.80 per hour + benefits

Reports to: Events Manager 

Department: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement 

Contract: 2 x Casual contracts. 1 May to October 2026 

Hours: Shift times will vary depending on the size and type of event you are covering. Events take place between May and October and our events assistants work 6-8 events across that period with shifts between 7-12 hours. 

Location: York, Leeds

Closing date: 28th January 2026 23:55 

Interview date: Interviews will be held in person week commencing 23rd February 2026 (invites will be sent out 16th February)  

Training date: Compulsory paid training taking place on Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th April 2025, in Yarnfield, Staffordshire with travel, accommodation and food included. 

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. 

We’re looking for passionate events assistants to work in Cancer Research UK’s Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement team. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, supporting the delivery of our events season including well-known events such as Race for Life, Pretty Muddy, Big Hike and Shine Night Walk. There will also be opportunities to work at third-party sports events such as the London Marathon, Manchester Marathon, Royal Parks Half Marathon, and many others.

In a lively, vibrant working environment, you’ll discover something new every day, whether it’s a new course, a new community or a talent you never knew you had.

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

You can learn more about our fantastic teams on our event opportunities. Click here

What will I be doing? 

• Supporting the event manager in the delivery of large-scale and logistically complex events.

• Managing a large and diverse team of volunteers.

• Taking responsibility in a key role at events as Course, Obstacle or Merchandise Manager or covering Start/Finish and Site management

• Manage operational responsibilities including setting up and dismantling equipment ensuring health and safety guidelines are prioritised.

• Providing support and encouragement to Cancer Research UK participants at cheer points or post-event support at regional third-party sports events.

What skills are you looking for? 

• A passion for events.

• Adaptability to changing situations with the ability to work on your own initiative.

• The ability to solve problems and respond to opportunities and challenges.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of people.

• Confidence to represent Cancer Research UK publicly.

• Good organisation and prioritisation skills.

• Resilience and reliability to remain calm under pressure and consistently deliver high-quality results.

• It’s a physical role . You will spend all of Event Day on your feet, which can be between 7 and 12 hours, inclusive of breaks. At all events you will be required to unload a van of equipment, put up marquees and move boxes of event equipment around the event site.

What else do I need to know?  

• This role ...

Event Assistants (Central & East England)

• locations
• Field Based - England (37.5 Hour Weekly Max)

• time type
• Part time

• posted on
• Posted Today

• time left to apply
• End Date: January 29, 2026 (8 days left to apply)

• job requisition id
• R032682

Hundreds of inspiring events. Thousands of participants. One clear purpose.

Events assistants (insert location) 

Salary £13.80 per hour + benefits

Reports to: Events Manager 

Department: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement 

Contract: 12 x Casual contracts. 1 May to October 2026 

Hours: Shift times will vary depending on the size and type of event you are covering. Events take place between May and October and our events assistants work 6-8 events across that period with shifts between 7-12 hours. 

Location:  Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire/ Buckinghamshire  

Closing date: 28th January 2026 23:55 

Interview date: Interviews will be held in person week commencing 23rd February 2026 (invites will be sent out 16th February)  

Training date: Compulsory paid training taking place on Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th April 2025, in Yarnfield, Staffordshire with travel, accommodation and food included. 

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. 

We’re looking for passionate events assistants to work in Cancer Research UK’s Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement team. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, supporting the delivery of our events season including well-known events such as Race for Life, Pretty Muddy, Big Hike and Shine Night Walk. There will also be opportunities to work at third-party sports events such as the London Marathon, Manchester Marathon, Royal Parks Half Marathon, and many others.

In a lively, vibrant working environment, you’ll discover something new every day, whether it’s a new course, a new community or a talent you never knew you had.

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

You can learn more about our fantastic teams on our event opportunities. Click here

What will I be doing? 

• Supporting the event manager in the delivery of large-scale and logistically complex events.

• Managing a large and diverse team of volunteers.

• Taking responsibility in a key role at events as Course, Obstacle or Merchandise Manager or covering Start/Finish and Site management

• Manage operational responsibilities including setting up and dismantling equipment ensuring health and safety guidelines are prioritised.

• Providing support and encouragement to Cancer Research UK participants at cheer points or post-event support at regional third-party sports events.

What skills are you looking for? 

• A passion for events.

• Adaptability to changing situations with the ability to work on your own initiative.

• The ability to solve problems and respond to opportunities and challenges.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of people.

• Confidence to represent Cancer Research UK publicly.

• Good organisation and prioritisation skills.

• Resilience and reliability to remain calm under pressure and consistently deliver high-quality results.

• It’s a physical role . You will spend all of Event Day on your feet, which can be between 7 and 12 hours, inclusive of breaks. At all events you will be required to unload a van of equipment, put up marquees and move boxes of event equipment around the event site.

What else do I ...