15 Retail jobs in Shaftesbury

We're looking for a Retail Assistant who will be the face of our business, delivering exceptional customer service for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, takes pride in their food and most of all, join a company that takes pride in its people.

As a Retail Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

Please note: This role is contracted to 50 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Serving customers, ensuring they receive an easy and seamless personalised experience
• Being knowledgeable about our service and helping customers with natural, engaging service
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Handling cash and operating the cash register
• Complying with Health and Safety regulations

Our ideal Retail Assistant will:

• Have a passion for delivering outstanding service, greeting customers with a smile and serving them with pride
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Be an excellent team player with great communication skills
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate great timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/2209/ / /BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

• Lead and inspire your team to achieve sales targets and exceed customer expectations
• Coach and develop team members through regular feedback,1:1s, and team meetings
• Manage day-to-day store operations with precision and efficiency
• Drive creativity and innovation to enhance in store performance
• Plan and host VIP and local partnership events to elevate the store's profile
• Take full responsibility for financial accuracy, reporting, and operational compliance
• Champion health and safety standards across the store

• A Retail Manager who brings a mix of leadership, commercial insight, and passion for premium retail.
• At least 2 years' experience as a Retail Manager or similar customer focused leadership role
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate teams
• A customer first mindset and commitment to delivering excellence
• Confidence managing operations, stock, and financial reporting
• A proactive, solution-focused approach to challenges
• Calmness under pressure and genuine enthusiasm for retail

BBBH34690

• Sales Leadership & Profit Growth: Take ownership of store sales by delivering outstanding customer experience, upselling products, and implementing promotions to maximize revenue. You'll be at the forefront of driving store performance.
• Customer Engagement & Experience: Every customer interaction is a chance to create a loyal shopper! Use your enthusiasm and product knowledge to provide personalized styling advice, recommend add-ons, and enhance their shopping journey.
• Expert Piercing Services: Become a trusted piercing specialist through our training program. Provide a safe, fun, and professional experience that keeps customers coming back.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the store runs smoothly by maintaining inventory accuracy, handling transactions efficiently, and keeping the store well-merchandised and visually appealing to drive foot traffic.
• Team Support & Sales Coaching: Work alongside your Store Manager to train and motivate team members in achieving sales goals and delivering top-notch customer service.
• Trend-Driven Brand Representation: Showcase Claire's products and services with enthusiasm. Stay up to date with the latest fashion trends and translate that knowledge into compelling product recommendations and styling tips for customers.

• Sales-Driven Mindset: You thrive on meeting and exceeding sales targets, always looking for ways to maximize opportunities.
• Customer-Centric Approach: You're passionate about providing exceptional service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
• Retail & Leadership Experience: At least one year of retail management experience preferred, with a proven ability to drive sales and support team success.
• Confidence in Piercing Services: Willingness to become a trained piercing specialist and provide expert guidance to customers.
• Strong Communication & Selling Skills: You know how to engage customers, build relationships, and close the sale.
• Ability to Work Independently: You're self-motivated, organized, and can take charge when needed.

• You can conduct piercings and demonstrate patience and empathy, particularly with young or anxious customers.
• You are proficient in operating a POS system to facilitate transactions and manage sales efficiently, contributing to smooth store operations.
• You hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have a minimum of one year of retail management experience, along with at least one year of overall retail experience.
• You can stand during scheduled shifts and maneuver 11-35kg (25-75lbs).
• You can bend, stoop, extended reaching, and climb ladders or step stools while placing merchandise throughout the store and assisting customers.
• You are passionate about providing our customers with opportunities to express themselves freely every day.
• You are energized by interacting with customers and stive to provide excellent service throughout their visit.
• You are inspired by our values of teamwork, compassion, integrity, customer delight, diversity, and self-expression.
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with customers, employees, and management.
• You possess a strong grasp of mathematics, essential for tasks such as inventory management, sales analysis, and cash handling.
• You're a driven team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• You're self-motivated and organized, as some of our stores may require you to work alone at times.
• You show a passion for fashion and stay up to date with the latest trends, which can contribute to enhancing the customer experience and driving sales.
• You can create a curated fashion look with product during your shift.

• Full-Time employees will be eligible for benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance)
• Generous employee discount on Claire's products
• Opportunities for advancement and career development
• Fun and inclusive work environment with supportive teammates

Acorn by Synergie has a fantastic opportunity for a Product Designer with Autodesk Inventor and product design experience to join a retail design team near Swindon. Applicants with SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD experience, and exposure to the industry, will be the perfect fit. The role involves working with clients including Superdry, TK Maxx, and other retail brands.

• Produce technical drawings and designs in line with company philosophy of practicality and cost-effectiveness.
• Create manufacturing drawings to a standard acceptable to contractors and suppliers within agreed timelines.
• Represent the company to clients, suppliers, and sub-contractors as required.
• Report weekly to the Design Studio Manager to plan workload.
• Design and produce accurate, detailed drawings to agreed programme.
• Develop briefs with clients, confirm in writing, and forward to client.
• Manage prototypes to a high standard, liaising with buying and project management teams.
• Produce technical drawing packages sufficient to convey all design points to client/supplier/manufacturer.
• Utilise 2D and 3D CAD software to full capability.
• Maintain CAD and associated files, carry out weekly housekeeping.
• Keep drawing registers and issue sheets up-to-date.
• Ensure equipment designs comply with Health & Safety, CDM 2007 regulations, and British Standards.
• Support other designers on projects and assist internal teams with printing and file management.

• Product Design qualification.
• Experience in manufacturing techniques, products, and technical drawing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAD packages including AutoCAD 2D & 3D, Inventor, and/or SolidWorks.
• Ability to read, critique, and produce technical manufacturing drawings.
• Graduate-level experience and exposure to the product design industry.

• Competitive salary of 30,000-32,000 per annum plus bonus.
• Hybrid working arrangement: two days remote, three days office-based near Swindon.
• Opportunity to work with high-profile retail clients.
• Collaborative and supportive design team environment.

For more information or to apply, please get in touch with Kristy at Acorn by Synergie today.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Dorset
Salary: 30,000- 35,000

We're excited to be working with a well-established, award-winning, independent garden centre who are creating a brand-new Plant Retail Manager position.

This is a fantastic time to join the business, as they continue to grow and invest in their plant offering. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Plants, taking responsibility for the management of the plant sales area and leading a passionate retail team.

If you're an experienced plant area manager with strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for horticulture, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

• Oversee the financial management of the plant department, including sales analysis, purchasing, invoicing, and stock wastage.

• Manage ordering and stock control, ensuring availability and accuracy while responding to seasonal demand.

• Deliver creative visual merchandising, developing engaging plant displays and promotions.

• Lead, train, and motivate the plant retail team, including seasonal and weekend staff.

• Provide an outstanding customer experience, resolving queries and complaints with professionalism.

• Oversee weekly deliveries, ensuring quality and efficiency when plants arrive on site.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards for staff and visitors.

• Carry out duty manager responsibilities as part of the wider team.

We're looking for someone who brings:

• A relevant horticultural qualification or equivalent hands-on experience.

• Proven staff management experience, with the ability to prioritise and delegate effectively.

• Strong customer service skills and the ability to build positive customer relationships.

• Extensive plant knowledge

• Competence with EPOS systems and IT (Excel essential, Canva desirable).

• The physical ability to manage plant deliveries, trollies, and watering systems.

• A supportive, award-winning team environment at a time of exciting business.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a brand-new role. If you're ready to take the next step in your horticultural retail career, we'd love to hear from you.

If this sounds like you, please apply below, immediate start is available, so don't wait! For a confidential chat, get in touch with Felicity on (url removed) or (phone number removed).

Acorn by Synergie has a fantastic opportunity for a Product Designer with Autodesk Inventor and product design experience to join a retail design team near Swindon. Applicants with SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD experience, and exposure to the industry, will be the perfect fit. The role involves working with clients including Superdry, TK Maxx, and other retail brands.

• Produce technical drawings and designs in line with company philosophy of practicality and cost-effectiveness.
• Create manufacturing drawings to a standard acceptable to contractors and suppliers within agreed timelines.
• Represent the company to clients, suppliers, and sub-contractors as required.
• Report weekly to the Design Studio Manager to plan workload.
• Design and produce accurate, detailed drawings to agreed programme.
• Develop briefs with clients, confirm in writing, and forward to client.
• Manage prototypes to a high standard, liaising with buying and project management teams.
• Produce technical drawing packages sufficient to convey all design points to client/supplier/manufacturer.
• Utilise 2D and 3D CAD software to full capability.
• Maintain CAD and associated files, carry out weekly housekeeping.
• Keep drawing registers and issue sheets up-to-date.
• Ensure equipment designs comply with Health & Safety, CDM 2007 regulations, and British Standards.
• Support other designers on projects and assist internal teams with printing and file management.

• Product Design qualification.
• Experience in manufacturing techniques, products, and technical drawing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAD packages including AutoCAD 2D & 3D, Inventor, and/or SolidWorks.
• Ability to read, critique, and produce technical manufacturing drawings.
• Graduate-level experience and exposure to the product design industry.

• Competitive salary of 30,000-32,000 per annum plus bonus.
• Hybrid working arrangement: two days remote, three days office-based near Swindon.
• Opportunity to work with high-profile retail clients.
• Collaborative and supportive design team environment.

For more information or to apply, please get in touch with Kristy at Acorn by Synergie today.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Position: Retail Security Officer
Location: Shaftesbury
Pay Rate: £15.52 per hour
Hours: Various
Shifts: Various

SG / DS SIA licence required.

Your Time at Work

- To provide a visible uniformed deterrent, to contribute to the safety and security of the client's premises and staff
- To carry out Company Policy on loss prevention and ensure the safety of staff and visitors
- To lawfully deter potential troublemakers on site
- To observe and report incidents using the correct reporting systems
- To carry out all duties assigned by the client or manager to whom you are responsible
- To ensure site knowledge is kept up to date and developments at local level are identified
- To understand and implement any Fire and Safety evacuation procedures
- To assist, if required by the Client, with staff and contractor searches
- To ensure that the Security base is always maintained in a clean and tidy condition
- To conduct yourself, at all times, in a manner which will bring credit to yourself and the Company, ensuring full uniform is worn and SIA licence is clearly displayed

Our Perfect Worker

It is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. A lot of admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices.

Our perfect Retail Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join TSS and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers.

Key Information and Benefits

- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided

Job Ref: (T60)

TSS are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!

About Staffline

Staffline are working in Partnership with TSS, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change.

This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline

Position: Retail Security Officer
Location: Shepton Mallet
Pay Rate: £16.00 per hour
Hours: Various
Shifts: Various

SG / DS SIA licence required.

Your Time at Work
- To provide a visible uniformed deterrent, to contribute to the safety and security of the client's premises and staff
- To carry out Company Policy on loss prevention and ensure the safety of staff and visitors
- To lawfully deter potential troublemakers on site
- To observe and report incidents using the correct reporting systems
- To carry out all duties assigned by the client or manager to whom you are responsible
- To ensure site knowledge is kept up to date and developments at local level are identified
- To understand and implement any Fire and Safety evacuation procedures
- To assist, if required by the Client, with staff and contractor searches
- To ensure that the Security base is always maintained in a clean and tidy condition
- To conduct yourself, at all times, in a manner which will bring credit to yourself and the Company, ensuring full uniform is worn and SIA licence is clearly displayed

Our Perfect Worker
It is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. A lot of admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices.

Our perfect Retail Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join TSS and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers.

Key Information and Benefits
- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided

Job Ref: (T133)

TSS are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!

About Staffline
Staffline are working in Partnership with TSS, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change.

This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline

Position: Retail Security Officer
Location: Dorchester
Pay Rate: £15.52 per hour
Hours: Various
Shifts: Various

SG / DS SIA licence required.

Your Time at Work

- To provide a visible uniformed deterrent, to contribute to the safety and security of the client's premises and staff
- To carry out Company Policy on loss prevention and ensure the safety of staff and visitors
- To lawfully deter potential troublemakers on site
- To observe and report incidents using the correct reporting systems
- To carry out all duties assigned by the client or manager to whom you are responsible
- To ensure site knowledge is kept up to date and developments at local level are identified
- To understand and implement any Fire and Safety evacuation procedures
- To assist, if required by the Client, with staff and contractor searches
- To ensure that the Security base is always maintained in a clean and tidy condition
- To conduct yourself, at all times, in a manner which will bring credit to yourself and the Company, ensuring full uniform is worn and SIA licence is clearly displayed

Our Perfect Worker

It is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. A lot of admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices.

Our perfect Retail Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join TSS and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers.

Key Information and Benefits

- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided

Job Ref: (T116)

TSS are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today!

About Staffline

Staffline are working in Partnership with TSS, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change.

This job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline