Retail Manager - Whitstable General

Job summary

Do you have management background in Retail?

Do you want to develop your management skills and be part of a pro-active professional team? 

Do you have a passion for working collaboratively in an environment thriving on positive change? 

Do you want to experience a sense of achievement by knowing that every day you contribute to the provision of person-centred care?

If so, then the role of Retail Manager at Pilgrims may be just the job for you!

We are seeking well-motivated and forward-thinking professionals to join our team, in supporting the development and growth of our hospices across east Kent.

Main duties of the job

As a member of the Retail team, the successful candidate will be involved in corporate day-to-day activities supporting the quality, growth and success of a much valued charitable organisation.

Key duties include:

• Being responsible for the effective operation and management of the Whitstable Pilgrims Hospices shop and volunteers;
• Supporting other shops in the are as required;
• Providing advice and guidance within the area of expertise;
• Recognising and appropriately responding to organisational changes;
• Actively contributing to service development;
• Being involved in the supervision and education of retail shop colleagues and volunteers;
• Undertaking role-specific projects;
• Making recommendations for the development of and changes to working practices and processes as required;

About us

As an award-winning employer, Pilgrims provides end of life care services to patients and their families across east Kent.

Our commitment is to provide open, compassionate care and expertise for patients and their families – both in the community and in-patient units.

Our Vision

“Of a community where people with a terminal illness, and their family and friends, are supported and empowered to live well in mind and body until the very last moment of their life”.

Other Benefits

As an Employer of Choice, our commitment to supporting our employees and volunteers is a key priority.

Our hospices offer:

• Modern, friendly and highly professional working environments
• Opportunities for professional development through a range of extensive learning
• Alignment with NHS pay rates and continuity in membership of the NHS pension scheme
• A sense of achievement in supporting a worthwhile cause
• A sense of wellbeing
• A good work-life balance
• Locations across well-populated areas of east Kent – all providing very good road and rail links
• NHS and financial discounts i.e. Blue Light Card