Shop Manager
GENERAL INFORMATION
Spratton Hall is an IAPS day school for girls and boys. Situated at the edge of the village
of Spratton, seven miles north of Northampton, the school is surrounded by beautiful
rolling countryside. The school was founded in 1951 by KC Hunter, as a boarding prep
school for 20 or so boys. In 1974, girls were admitted. At present, there are 393 pupils
in the school, 284 pupils in the Prep School (Years 3-8) and 109 pupils in the Pre-
Preparatory Department (Reception to Year 2).
JOB DESCRIPTION
Overview
At Spratton Hall, we are more than just a school. We are a warm, vibrant community
where every child and family is welcomed with care and kindness.
We are looking for a shop manager to become the friendly face of the school and the go
to guide for parents as they journey through our uniform requirements.
This will be roughly 7 hours per week during term time and an additional 40 hours will be
required towards the end of the summer holidays for appointments and packing orders.
This is so much more than a retail role- it’s about welcoming families, supporting children
and representing the heart of our school. You will often be one of the first friendly faces
new parents meet, setting the tone with a warm smile and helpful guidance as they join
our school community.
Our uniform is a symbol of belonging, pride and new beginnings and as shop manager it
is truly a special role, from the excitement of a reception pupil’s first blazer to navigating
the world of sport kits as children grow and explore new activities, you’ll be right there
alongside families, helping them every step of the way.
You’ll know our uniforms inside out, ensuring every child looks and feels their best while
proudly representing Spratton Hall.
In return we offer candidates the opportunity to work in a delightful setting, with free
parking, breakfast and lunch during working hours. The salary for the role is £4,199.73
per annum.
Detailed Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Welcome every family with warmth, patience and genuine care.
Be a friendly point of contact for parents throughout their child’s school
journey, not just at the start.
Running shop with pride, keeping the shop clean, tidy, and welcoming
Preparing uniform fittings and supporting new parents
Managing stock levels, placing orders, and ensure our families always have
what they need.
Maintaining accurate sales and inventory records
Liaising with school administration regarding shop operations
Person Specification:
Organised, reliable, and happy to take ownership of running the shop
smoothly.
Numerate and able to maintain accurate records
Comfortable working independently but enjoys being part of a school
community where relationships really matter.
Proficient with basic computer systems (e.g. email, spreadsheets)
Desirable:
Previous retail or customer service experience
Familiarity with school uniform suppliers or retail stock systems
Wider responsibilities:
• Attend all statutory training that is required to work within a School
• Be sympathetic to the school’s aims and ethos
• Be aware of and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection,
health and safety, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to an
appropriate person
• All staff are to read the latest edition of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
and sign the list in the office to confirm this has been read and understood
• Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities
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of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified
Staff will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the Head to
undertake work that is not specified in this job description
Staff are expected to be courteous to colleagues and provide a welcoming
environment to visitors and telephone callers
• This job description is current at the date shown, but, in consultation with you,
may be changed by the Head to reflect or anticipate changes in the job
commensurate with the grade and job title.
For the avoidance of doubt, the duties and responsibilities contained within this job
description may change from time to time according to the requirements of the role
and it is not intended to have contractual effect.
APPLICATIONS
Completed application forms, together with a brief letter of introduction, should
be sent to HR & Recruitment Assistant, Lucy Woodhouse, a curriculum vitae is
not required but may be included if you wish.
Applications can be emailed to hr@sprattonhall.com or by post to:
Spratton Hall
Smith Street
Spratton
Northamptonshire NN6 8HP
We reserve the right to close the application window earlier for the right candidate
following successful interview
SAFEGUARDING
Spratton Hall is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing
to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with
current and past employers, online checks, the Disclosure & Barring Service, overseas
checks and the Secretary of State’s Prohibition List from Teaching and Management.
Please follow the link below to find Spratton Hall’s Recruitment and Selection policy and
Safeguarding Policy.
SAFEGUARDING POLICY
RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION POLICY