Scope
Shop Manager Job reference: REQ004505 Fixed term for 9 months Starting full-time salary £23,581.58 a year (£12.96 per hour). St Albans AL1 3HL Make a real difference to the lives of disabled people Would you like to work at the heart of your local community? Are you able to inspire a team of brilliant volunteers? Do you have retail experience and are looking for the next step in your career? If you answered yes to these then we have the perfect opportunity for you. The role Fixed term for 9 months, full time, 35 hours a week Scope's St Albans shop - 49 The Maltings, St Albans AL1 3HL As Temporary Shop Manager of Scope s St Albans shop, you ll have the autonomy to run the shop with creativity and flair. Every day is different In this role, you ll lead a team of paid colleagues and volunteers, offering clear guidance, encouragement, and development. Using your experience and management skills, you ll help grow sales while making sure every customer and donor enjoys a welcoming and inclusive shop experience. In this role you will: Ensure shop sales performance is maximised, actively seeking ways to improve the shop s performance on a continuous basis. Manage all aspects of stock collection and preparation; ensuring that stock processing levels are sufficient to achieve required shop floor density, encouraging stock donations at all times. Also support our online selling with identifying suitable items and listing on online selling platforms Recruit, manage and develop paid colleagues and volunteers within Scope s HR and operational policies and procedures and build a strong team Work collaboratively with the Assistant Shop Manager About you As Shop Manager you ll be passionate about retail and have a love of fashion with experience of running a shop, or you ll be looking for a management role as the next step in your career. To be successful in this role, you will : Previous experience as either a Retail Shop Manager, Assistant Manager, or a Supervisor looking to step up, ideally in retail or charity shops. Commercially aware and able to spot opportunities Be able to lead and support people Customer-focused, with a can-do attitude A team player with strong work ethic Accurate and detail-oriented IT literate and numeracy skills Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds. We also ask you to share how you support Scope s values and contribute to our goal of creating a fair and equal future for disabled people. About working in our shops Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch of superstars. Focusing on sustainable fashion, engaging with local communities and leading our volunteers to deliver a great colleague and customer experience, we raise much needed funds to deliver an Equal Future for disabled people and their families. Shop hours Scope shops are open every day. Some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed. Full-time: 35 hours per week, five days out of seven Part-time: Weekly hours on a seven-day rota Additional Information In line with UK legislation, we are only able to accept applications from individuals aged 18 or over. This is because the role may involve working alone in the shop without other staff present. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Scope is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Anonymised applications We use an anonymised shortlisting process as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. All advertised vacancies require a CV and the completion of a short application form. Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency. Our promise to disabled people We are proud to be a charity that stands for disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, condition, or access need. We want our team to reflect the communities we serve. As a Disability Confident Leader, we promise to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential requirements for the job. To do this, tick the box in your application to say you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme (this used to be called the Guaranteed Interview Scheme). If you need any changes or support during the recruitment process, please email us via our website. Important to know You must meet all the essential requirements listed in the job description. If lots of people apply, we may need to limit interviews to a fair number of disabled applicants who best meet the criteria. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion EDI is a priority at Scope. We welcome applications from people of colour and other underrepresented communities. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels they belong, treating all with dignity and respect. As a disability equality charity, accessibility and inclusion come first. We listen, learn and continuously improve. Scope benefits We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including: 35 days annual leave flexible working (where we can) company pension excellent training and career development strong colleague networks across disability, LGBTQ+, race equality, carers, women and young colleagues Wellbeing incentives like a discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and much more One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. How to apply Please visit our website via the link and apply online. Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Application closing date: 12/01/2026
Shop Manager Job reference: REQ004505 Fixed term for 9 months Starting full-time salary £23,581.58 a year (£12.96 per hour). St Albans AL1 3HL Make a real difference to the lives of disabled people Would you like to work at the heart of your local community? Are you able to inspire a team of brilliant volunteers? Do you have retail experience and are looking for the next step in your career? If you answered yes to these then we have the perfect opportunity for you. The role Fixed term for 9 months, full time, 35 hours a week Scope's St Albans shop - 49 The Maltings, St Albans AL1 3HL As Temporary Shop Manager of Scope s St Albans shop, you ll have the autonomy to run the shop with creativity and flair. Every day is different In this role, you ll lead a team of paid colleagues and volunteers, offering clear guidance, encouragement, and development. Using your experience and management skills, you ll help grow sales while making sure every customer and donor enjoys a welcoming and inclusive shop experience. In this role you will: Ensure shop sales performance is maximised, actively seeking ways to improve the shop s performance on a continuous basis. Manage all aspects of stock collection and preparation; ensuring that stock processing levels are sufficient to achieve required shop floor density, encouraging stock donations at all times. Also support our online selling with identifying suitable items and listing on online selling platforms Recruit, manage and develop paid colleagues and volunteers within Scope s HR and operational policies and procedures and build a strong team Work collaboratively with the Assistant Shop Manager About you As Shop Manager you ll be passionate about retail and have a love of fashion with experience of running a shop, or you ll be looking for a management role as the next step in your career. To be successful in this role, you will : Previous experience as either a Retail Shop Manager, Assistant Manager, or a Supervisor looking to step up, ideally in retail or charity shops. Commercially aware and able to spot opportunities Be able to lead and support people Customer-focused, with a can-do attitude A team player with strong work ethic Accurate and detail-oriented IT literate and numeracy skills Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds. We also ask you to share how you support Scope s values and contribute to our goal of creating a fair and equal future for disabled people. About working in our shops Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch of superstars. Focusing on sustainable fashion, engaging with local communities and leading our volunteers to deliver a great colleague and customer experience, we raise much needed funds to deliver an Equal Future for disabled people and their families. Shop hours Scope shops are open every day. Some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed. Full-time: 35 hours per week, five days out of seven Part-time: Weekly hours on a seven-day rota Additional Information In line with UK legislation, we are only able to accept applications from individuals aged 18 or over. This is because the role may involve working alone in the shop without other staff present. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Scope is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Anonymised applications We use an anonymised shortlisting process as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. All advertised vacancies require a CV and the completion of a short application form. Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency. Our promise to disabled people We are proud to be a charity that stands for disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, condition, or access need. We want our team to reflect the communities we serve. As a Disability Confident Leader, we promise to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential requirements for the job. To do this, tick the box in your application to say you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme (this used to be called the Guaranteed Interview Scheme). If you need any changes or support during the recruitment process, please email us via our website. Important to know You must meet all the essential requirements listed in the job description. If lots of people apply, we may need to limit interviews to a fair number of disabled applicants who best meet the criteria. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion EDI is a priority at Scope. We welcome applications from people of colour and other underrepresented communities. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels they belong, treating all with dignity and respect. As a disability equality charity, accessibility and inclusion come first. We listen, learn and continuously improve. Scope benefits We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including: 35 days annual leave flexible working (where we can) company pension excellent training and career development strong colleague networks across disability, LGBTQ+, race equality, carers, women and young colleagues Wellbeing incentives like a discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and much more One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. How to apply Please visit our website via the link and apply online. Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Application closing date: 12/01/2026
Scope
Windermere, Cumbria
Shop Manager Fixed term for 3 months £23,581.58 a year (£12.96 per hour). Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1DX Make a real difference to the lives of disabled people Would you like to work at the heart of your local community? Are you able to inspire a team of brilliant volunteers? Do you have retail experience and are looking for the next step in your career? If you answered yes to these then we have the perfect opportunity for you. The role As Temporary Shop Manager at Scope's Windermere shop, you ll have autonomy to run your shop using your creativity and flair to flourish in our retail environment. Our retail roles are full of variety, and every day is different! One day you might be generating and processing stock and designing an eye-catching window display. The next day you might be recruiting and training our wonderful volunteers. Every day there will be a different challenge that you ll find extremely rewarding. You will have relevant experience in retail but a great attitude and willingness to learn is just as important. About you As Shop Manager you ll be passionate about retail and have a love of fashion with experience of running a shop, or you ll be looking for a management role as the next step in your career. To be successful in this role, you will: Be commercial Have a can-do attitude and always put the customer s needs first. You ll be a dedicated team player with a strong work ethic Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills. We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope s values and our ambition of creating equal futures with disabled people. About working in our shops Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch of superstars. Focusing on sustainable fashion, engaging with local communities and leading our volunteers to deliver a great colleague and customer experience, we raise much needed funds to deliver an Equal Future for disabled people and their families. Shop hours It s important for you to know that Scope Charity Shops are open every day, so some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed. We work 35 hours a week, working five days out of seven. Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency. Disabled candidates We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve. Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email us via our website. You can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website too. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities. We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity. We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving. Scope benefits We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including: 35 days annual leave flexible working (where we can) company pension excellent training and career development strong colleague networks across disability, LGBTQ+, race equality, carers, women and young colleagues Wellbeing incentives like a discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and much more. One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Sunday 11th January 2026 Shop Manager - Apply now.
Shop Manager Fixed term for 3 months £23,581.58 a year (£12.96 per hour). Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1DX Make a real difference to the lives of disabled people Would you like to work at the heart of your local community? Are you able to inspire a team of brilliant volunteers? Do you have retail experience and are looking for the next step in your career? If you answered yes to these then we have the perfect opportunity for you. The role As Temporary Shop Manager at Scope's Windermere shop, you ll have autonomy to run your shop using your creativity and flair to flourish in our retail environment. Our retail roles are full of variety, and every day is different! One day you might be generating and processing stock and designing an eye-catching window display. The next day you might be recruiting and training our wonderful volunteers. Every day there will be a different challenge that you ll find extremely rewarding. You will have relevant experience in retail but a great attitude and willingness to learn is just as important. About you As Shop Manager you ll be passionate about retail and have a love of fashion with experience of running a shop, or you ll be looking for a management role as the next step in your career. To be successful in this role, you will: Be commercial Have a can-do attitude and always put the customer s needs first. You ll be a dedicated team player with a strong work ethic Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills. We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope s values and our ambition of creating equal futures with disabled people. About working in our shops Our shops are the face of our retail brand, run by a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch of superstars. Focusing on sustainable fashion, engaging with local communities and leading our volunteers to deliver a great colleague and customer experience, we raise much needed funds to deliver an Equal Future for disabled people and their families. Shop hours It s important for you to know that Scope Charity Shops are open every day, so some weekend and Bank Holiday cover is needed. We work 35 hours a week, working five days out of seven. Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency. Disabled candidates We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve. Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email us via our website. You can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website too. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities. We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity. We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving. Scope benefits We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including: 35 days annual leave flexible working (where we can) company pension excellent training and career development strong colleague networks across disability, LGBTQ+, race equality, carers, women and young colleagues Wellbeing incentives like a discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and much more. One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Sunday 11th January 2026 Shop Manager - Apply now.
