Reuse Shop Assistant

We're looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused Reuse Shop Assistant to join our brand-new Reuse Shop at Hempsted Recycling Centre.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new service that helps reduce waste, promotes sustainable living and gives unwanted items a second chance. Every item sold helps divert reusable goods from disposal and keeps valuable resources in circulation for longer.
If you enjoy working with people, have an eye for quality items and want to make a positive environmental impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing
As a Reuse Shop Assistant, you'll support the Shop Manager in the day-to-day running of the shop while helping create a welcoming and engaging retail environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Providing excellent customer service and creating a positive shopping experience.
• Receiving, inspecting, cleaning and preparing donated items for resale.
• Researching and helping to price items to maximise their resale value.
• Assisting with attractive product displays and merchandising.
• Operating the till system and handling cash and card payments accurately.
This role will operate on summer and winter hours:
Summer 08.15 – 17.20 ( shop opening times 09.00 – 16.00 )
Winter 09.15 – 16.20 ( shop opening times 10am – 15.00 )
The working days are Saturday to Wednesday, the shop is closed on Thursday and Friday every week.
You will need
• Previous retail experience
• Full driving licence to be able to drive a range of company vehicles up to3.5 tonnes gross weight
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience of operating a till and handling cash and card payments
• Good verbal, written communication, numerical and organisational skills

For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification.

Special Conditions
• Able to work shifts, which includes weekends
Vacancies can close earlier than stated if a high number of applications have been received. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.
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What we can do for you
• Driver CPC Training - We cover all costs to help you stay qualified.
• Learning & Progression - We support your growth, whether you're starting out or moving up.
• Flexible Working – Options include hybrid roles and task & finish shifts.
• Community Impact - Help make your neighbourhood cleaner and greener.
• Generous Leave – 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years).
• Holiday Flexibility – Buy or sell up to 1 week of leave.
• Pension Support – 5% employer contribution to your retirement.
• All employees have access to Ubico Perks, our rewards and benefits platform - offering exclusive discounts, deals and cashback on everyday essentials
• 24/7 Support – Free, confidential helpline for you and your family.
• Health & Wellbeing – Free eye tests (role-dependent), flu jabs, and wellbeing resources.
• Workplace Comforts – Free PPE, tea & coffee, and on-site parking.