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Overview

National Star are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic charity shop Deputy Manager to support the launch and ongoing running of our new charity shop in Tewkesbury.

Details

• Salary: £12.30 per hour
• Role type: 52 Week
• Hours of work: Full time and Part Time
• Location: Tewkesbury
• Location status: On site (Tewkesbury)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Interview date: TBC
• Interview date (specific): 14/10/2025

About the role

Can you be a successful member of the National Star Retail Team? Our charity shops across Gloucestershire and Hereford are vital in supporting National Star's aim to transform the lives of young people with disabilities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic charity shop Deputy Manager with strong retail experience to support the launch and ongoing running of our new charity shop in Tewkesbury. We have both full time and part time hours available (between 3 - 5 days per week which will include some weekend working).

Working closely with the retail manager, you will use your creativity, communication and customer service skills to generate quality donated stock. It's likely that you will understand merchandising, presenting clothing, homeware and books in a way that will encourage maximum sales.

It also goes without saying that you will be confident in supporting the recruitment, training and management of a team of diverse volunteers.

(please note that if a suitable applicant is found we may close the vacancy - please apply early)

Responsibilities

• Support the launch and ongoing running of the new charity shop in Tewkesbury.
• Work with the retail manager to generate quality donated stock and maximise sales.
• Merchandise and present clothing, homeware and books to drive sales.
• Recruit, train and manage a diverse team of volunteers.

Apply

Apply online to the Charity Retail Shop Deputy Manager role.

National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we've supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Benefits

• Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme - theory and practical
• Free employee minibus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood, Monday to Friday (subject to availability)
• Award-winning training
• Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite
• Westfield medical cover
• Life insurance cover
• Employee helpline
• Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
• Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more