Retail Assistant (Part-time)
Retail Assistant (Part-time)
Closing date: 28th March 2025
We are seeking a part time Retail Assistant to work in the shop of our new Visitor Centre.
The Retail Assistant will ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service, staying updated on product information, and managing point-of-sale processes. Responsibilities include maintaining stock levels and visual merchandising standards, handling deliveries, fulfilling online sales, and assisting with 'Pop Up' shops during events. This role also involves covering for the Post Office Supervisor and training will be provided on using the Post Office system.
The ideal candidate will possess clear communication and interpersonal skills, and a good level of numeracy. Desirable skills include computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook), familiarity with retail point of sale systems, and online shop platforms. Experience in the heritage or museum sector and working with volunteers is a plus. Competences required include maintaining high levels of customer service, strong organisational skills, and an attention to detail.
About Us
The ethos of the Royal Hospital is one that puts a premium on selflessness and companionship. Our values of nurturing belonging, respect individuals, encourage pride and enjoy life underpin that ethos. We are united in a shared purpose, living and working together and ensuring everyone has a place in our diverse social and military community.
The Royal Hospital Chelsea is dedicated to equality, diversity, and inclusion, where all backgrounds and abilities can reach their full potential. We pride ourselves on attracting a wide range of talent, removing potential barriers, and promoting equal opportunities. We know, the more varied and inclusive our teams are, the better our organisation will be for our community. We are a Disability Confident employer dedicated to hiring diverse talent and ensuring you are treated with respect throughout the recruitment process and upon joining our community.
Our selection process
Should your application be successful you will be invited to a formal interview, where you will be asked questions relating to your experiences and key requirements of the role. If you are successful after the interviews we will:
- Ask for references from those you have listed on your application form
- Check your right to live and work in the UK
- Check any declarations you have made on your application form
- Ask you to complete a medical form
- Carry out an Enhanced DBS application.