Store Associate, Dorset Scrapstore About us: Dorset Scrapstore's mission is to provide a community crafting hub that facilitates the reuse of scrap materials across the County. We collect clean, surplus materials destined for landfill, mainly donated by industry and commerce, and sometimes from individuals. These unique and exciting salvaged materials become a valuable, low cost resource for art, craft, education and community projects. Dorset Scrapstore is a membership organisation that has been supporting local schools, community groups and families for over 20 years with the key aim of supplying low cost craft materials through environmental means. Dorset Scrapstore is a registered charity and not-for-profit company. As well as operating our store, we hold art and crafts workshops and attend events. Store responsibilities: Provide a courteous and helpful service to the public, including dealing with demanding customers, complaints and queries. Offer creative advice with queries from members regarding their creative projects General stocking up and preparation of materials to display in store. Cash handling and use of till. To be aware of, and comply with, all Health and Safety legislation relating to the welfare and safety of staff and volunteers and the operation of the shop and all items sold. Ensure that shop premises are clean and tidy. Supervise membership enquiries and check data completed on membership forms. Work effectively as part of the Dorset Scrapstore team, which includes both Staff and Volunteers. Help to load and unload van and sort materials in our warehouse, including manual lifting of boxes Help staff and volunteers to keep the store and stock room tidy and well organised. Keep premises well stocked with a variety of materials, restocking the shelves in public access areas. Pay rate: £9.00 per hour, increasing to £9.50 on 1st April 202210.75 hours per week. 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum. Please email [email protected] with your CV if interested in this position.