Shop Manager

Are you a compassionate, people person with extensive retail experience? If so, keep reading…

We’re looking for an experienced retail manager to take on the role of shop manager at the Friarage Hospital Shop in Northallerton.

This is a job with a difference. Not only will you be running a highly successful newsagent but also leading a team of employed staff and volunteers to:

• Deliver a valued service to patients, carers and staff at the hospital.
• Act as a shop window for the work of the Friends of the Friarage Charity.
• Know that all proceeds from the shop are reinvested into services at the Friarage Hospital.

You will have a background in retail management, and experience leading a team of people to deliver high quality customer care and the best possible financial returns. Ideally this will include working with, leading and developing volunteers.

You will be passionate about service quality and customer care bringing energy and passion to the role, consistently showing your skill for working with and through people to achieve the objectives of the charity. In return, you will have a rewarding role, knowing that your contribution makes a difference to the patients, visitors and staff of the Friarage Hospital.

If you’re interested and think you’re the person we’re looking for please contact Celia Curry (administrator) for an informal discussion on 07845 202234. For a copy of the job description and person specification please email celiacurry@friendsofthefriarage.org.uk

Contract: Permanent (subject to probationary period)

Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week (Negotiable for the right candidate)

Pay: Up to £14.20 per hour (Negotiable subject to experience)

DBS: Appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory DBS checkReferences: Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory references.

How to apply:

Applications should be made in writing via CV with a covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the job description and person specification. You should provide the names and contact details of two referees. Applications should be sent to Tony Young, Trustee, c/o Friends of the Friarage Administrator, Room 47, Admin Building, Friarage Hospital, Northallerton, DL6 1JG. Alternatively email your application to Tony Young at celiacurry@friendsofthefriarage.org.uk

Closing Date: applications will close at midday on08 May 2026

Interviews: interviews are expected to be held on21 May 2026

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