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Deputy Charity Shop Manager West Cornwall (mobile role)
Deputy Charity Shop Manager West Cornwall (mobile role)
Are you a retail natural who thrives on variety, loves meeting new people, and wants a job that really makes a difference?
Join our hospice retail team as a Deputy Charity Shop Manager, supporting our charity shops across Cornwall. You’ll step into different stores throughout the week – helping to lead, inspire, and support our incredible teams of volunteers – while raising vital funds for local hospice care.
From picturesque coastal towns to busy high streets and rural communities, each location brings something new. You’ll meet and work alongside a diverse mix of people – from passionate volunteers and loyal local shoppers to visiting tourists and cruise ship day-trippers. And with no two days the same, this is the perfect role for someone who loves a challenge and thrives on human connection.
What you’ll do as a Deputy Charity Shop Manager
- Support the running of shops across Cornwall – stepping in where needed
- Lead and motivate our volunteer teams in different locations
- Deliver excellent customer service with heart and warmth
- Embrace the challenges of new environments and different shop styles
- Champion inclusive volunteering and help people from all backgrounds feel valued
- Make each shop visit count by boosting sales, morale, and community engagement
What you’ll bring
- Experience in retail or charity shop environments
- A flexible, adaptable attitude – and a genuine love for people
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Confidence to take initiative and settle quickly into new settings
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly
- A passion for purpose-driven work that supports your local community
Why join us?
- Work in some of Cornwall’s most vibrant and beautiful towns
- Enjoy a varied role with purpose, impact, and personal growth
- Be part of a warm, values-driven organisation that truly cares
- Support a cause that helps families during life’s most difficult times
- Receive training, support, and plenty of encouragement along the way
Travel essential – every day brings a new adventure!
Exciting. Challenging. Rewarding.
Ready to lead with purpose in a role full of variety and heart?
Apply today to become a Deputy Charity Shop Manager with Cornwall Hospice Care. Help shape the future of hospice retail – one day, one shop, and one community at a time.
“My friend was nursed so well, and had every attention during his last days. He twice asked me; who is paying for all this? and couldn’t believe it was free. What a wonderful world it would be if everyone had access to this standard of care.”
Cornwall Hospice Care Family & Friends Feedback.
Working for us
Our employees and volunteers are essential to the care we provide. In return, for joining a team of people having such a positive impact on others, we provide:
- A chance to make a real difference
- Supportive working environment
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days (pro rata) including bank holidays and the option to buy or sell leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Non-contributory medical cash plan, with the option to include your family members
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced sick pay scheme
Closing date: Tuesday 12th August 2025
Interview date: To be confirmed
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
For more information or help call our HR Team on 01726 65711.
