Retail Assistant

Southampton, South East England, United Kingdom University of Southampton The RoleWe are looking for friendly, enthusiastic, and service-orientated individuals to join our retail team at University of Southampton Students' Union (SUSU).

You will help create a safe and welcoming environment for our students and work to keep the store looking its best. We will work with you to develop your skills in various areas, including shop floor, tills and bakery.

Working alongside our permanent, core staff, as well as student staff, you will need to be able to communicate effectively with the team and our customers.

In the SUSU Shop we help create a community and at the heart of our work is a passion for quality and friendly customer service.

This role is part-time, working 21 hours per week, 32 weeks per year. The Shop is open from 8am-8pm Monday - Friday, and 10am-4pm on weekends during term time. For further information on The Shop, please see here: The Shop - SUSU

About You

• You will be a motivated and engaged individual with a passion for delivering high standards daily.
• You will be passionate about retail and customer service and keen to work with the team to develop your skills and knowledge further.
• You will need to be organised and have knowledge of food safety (although we will deliver Food Hygiene training to successful candidates).

About Us
We are the University of Southampton Students' Union (SUSU) - independent from the University and run by students, for students. Our vision is simple: SUSU is here to enrich the life of every student. We are a workplace that's buzzing with life, ideas, and opportunities - where your work directly shapes the student experience.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy:
• Salary of £25,003 pro rata per annum (£13.70 per hour)
• Annual leave entitlement will be accrued at a rate of 17.06% of your working hours
• Travel perks - discounted UniLink and Blue Star bus passes, a Cycle-to-Work scheme.

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For further information prior to submitting your application, please contact [email removed]

To know before applying:
Regretfully, SUSU is NOT a sponsoring organisation and is, therefore, not able to sponsor you for a visa if you require one (such as Tier 2) to work in the UK.

Please note feedback will not be provided if you are not shortlisted for interview.

SUSU is an equal opportunities employer that values a diverse workforce and we want to reflect the student body that we represent. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination and will ensure that our recruitment activities are mindful of equality and diversity matters.

Advert Closing Date: 9am, Thursday 20 August
Interview Date: Thursday 27 August

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Section Students' Union Location: Highfield Campus Salary £25,003 Pro rata per annum Term Time Only Permanent Closing Date: Thursday 20 August 2026 Reference 3473926SU

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