Sunday Supervisor

About The Role

In the position of Sunday Supervisor, you will assist the Shop Manager in enhancing profits and raising funds through the sale of preloved goods, ensuring high-quality shop standards and excellent customer service. These funds are crucial in sustaining Mind's essential mental health services supporting one in four individuals who face mental health challenges in their lifetime. We are a passionate, dedicated team striving to improve mental health outcomes.

During the Shop Manager's absence, you will take full charge of the shop's performance, leading and motivating a committed team of volunteers. Your leadership will foster positive transformation within your local community by cultivating a welcoming, inclusive environment for employees, volunteers, and shoppers alike.

We are committed to developing our staff, offering workshops, development programmes, and qualifications tailored to personal and professional growth, providing numerous chances to advance skills and knowledge.

Key Attributes

• Strong enthusiasm for retail operations
• Ability to inspire and lead a team effectively
• Skills to organize and prioritize both personal and team tasks
• A customer-centric approach
• Exemplification of Mind's core values and behaviours

Management or supervisory experience is not mandatory; applicants who demonstrate a proactive attitude, willingness to work diligently, eagerness to learn, and commitment to our values are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage aligned with the Real Living Wage
• Annual entitlement of 25 paid holidays (pro-rata for part-time roles)
• Career-building development workshops and courses
• Comprehensive, role-specific induction programmes upon joining
• Access to diverse qualifications and development opportunities for skill enhancement
• Strong emphasis on maintaining work-life balance
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced pay
• Participation in a competitive pension plan and life assurance scheme
• 25% discount at all Mind retail outlets
• Exclusive savings through employee discounts at over 160 retailers via a savings app
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work initiative
• Interest-free season ticket loan facility

About Mind Retail

Mind Retail consists of nearly 200 stores throughout England and Wales, generating a net income approximating £21 million annually. With ambitious expansion plans underway, we continue our commitment to mental health advocacy ensuring individuals with mental health problems receive the support and respect they deserve. Now is an exciting moment to become part of our team.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We celebrate the power of diversity and the unique perspectives everyone contributes. Our focus is on creating an inclusive workplace where individuals can be authentic and bring their complete selves to work.

Safeguarding and Recruitment Policies

We prioritize the safety and welfare of our people and volunteers, expecting all joining us to uphold this commitment. Successful candidates will undergo reference verification and an enhanced DBS check, including checks against the Children’s Barred List or adult workforce as appropriate based on role responsibilities. This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subsequent amendments.

Additional Information

Mind Retail reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a high number of suitable applicants is received, so early application is advised.