Job Opportunity: School Shop Essentials Fair Staff
Join our team and play a key role in supporting the School Shop Manager during the setup and operation of the annual Essentials Fair. As the first point of contact for new families, the School Shop staff serve as ambassadors for our school community.
Available Roles
- School Shop Team Leader
- Essentials Fair Assistant
General Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
- Be reliable, flexible, and available during the required period
- Exhibit effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Be a strong team player
- Possess confidence and a reassuring presence, especially to new students who may be nervous
- Have basic IT skills
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
School Shop Team Leader
- Perform all duties of a School Shop Assistant with increased proficiency
- Supervise and train new or less experienced shop assistants
- Attend a morning Team Leader briefing each day
- Lead by example in providing exceptional customer service and motivating the team
Essentials Fair Assistant
Setup
- Assist in the setup of the Essentials Fair, including moving large boxes and furniture
- Count and label stock, control barcodes, and prepare inventories
- Distribute and deliver stationery orders to various buildings across the school
- Maintain stock, including inventory control, barcode labeling, and preparation
During the Fair
- Sell to and advise students and parents on the purchase of new uniforms and expedition kits
- Utilize the checkout system for invoicing all purchases
- Label clothing purchased with name tapes
- Assist in the distribution and delivery of uniforms to various boarding houses
After the Fair
- Help pack away leftover stock and restock the shop as instructed by the School Shop Manager
Other Tasks and Responsibilities
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Undertaking any other tasks required by the School Shop Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the School Shop
- Understanding and implementing all school policies and procedures, especially those related to the safeguarding of children and young people
- Upholding the School's Guiding Principles and ethos at all times
If you are interested in the position of Team Leader, please include a brief explanation in your motivation letter about why you believe you would excel in this role.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.