Retail Assistant

Retail Assistant

Commercial Services

Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK

Salary: £24,215 to £26,093 Part time, Indefinite

Closing Date: Wednesday 04 February 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

ReStore Lancaster is a sustainable retail and Post Office Hub at the heart of Lancaster University campus. The shop supports the University’s commitment to sustainability, reducing waste, increasing reuse, upcycling and recycling and delivers a range of sustainable products and engagement opportunities.

ReStore Lancaster brings together partners such as local charity St John’s Hospice and promotes responsible consumption and sells a wider range of items including second‑hand and vintage clothes and other pre‑owned items, upcycled products, zero plastic toiletries and household items, bike accessories, gifts and merchandise.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a proactive and highly motivated Retail Assistant to join the team. Working within the small and friendly retail team where everyone looks out for each other, teamwork and the ability to build relationships are key to this Retail Assistant role. We are looking for a Retail Assistant who will deliver an excellent retail customer experience;

duties include selling, restocking, merchandising and operating the Post office Counter (DBS check will be required).

Duties:

• Sell products and provide outstanding customer service.
• Restock shelves and maintain a tidy, appealing shop layout.
• Merchandise items and support visual promotion of selected products.
• Operate the Post office Counter, ensuring accurate and efficient service.

Person Specification: The University recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address all inequality in higher education whilst promoting the importance and wellbeing for all our colleagues.

We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity.