Stockroom AssistantPosted on 02/10/2026
16 Oct 2026
Kilmarnock
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Fixed Term Contract
£12.71 per hour + benefits
35
The opportunity
Are you looking to make a difference while working in a dynamic and fulfilling role? Are you passionate about customer-service and sustainability?
Look no further - join us as a Stockroom Assistant in Kilmarnock
The role is full time for 35 hours a week in one of our busy furniture stores. Our stores are fast-paced and trade 7 days a week. This role requires flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
Candidate must be fully flexible to work across 7 days per week including Weekends and Bank Holidays. Candidate must be computer literate.
This is a Fixed Term Contract for 16 weeks. What does this role involve?
As a Stockroom Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our retail operation by sorting, checking and making the most out of the variety of donations we receive behind the scenes. This is not just a standing behind the till or filling shelves type of job. Join a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and everyone works as a team to fund life-saving research.
Organising donated items and preparing them for sale/ Handling and moving the delivery of furniture and appliances that arrive in our stores
Ensuring the shop floor is always well stocked
Working in line with safety regulations and promoting health, safety and wellbeing in everything you do
Identifying unsaleable donations for recycling
Keeping the stockroom organised and tidy
Please note, this role can be physical demanding and moving a high volume of donation bags / involves lifting large pieces of furniture.
You will be given lots of autonomy in your role and will strive to continually build your knowledge of BHF. What are we looking for?
Previous retail experience isn't essential. If you're an avid collector who likes to keep things neat and tidy, then we'd like to hear from you!
You'll be confident working within a team and able to guide the activity of volunteers
You'll work well under pressure and on your own initiative in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Attention to detail in everything you do
Comfortable with a high level of hands on manual work that involves moving large items/volumes of stock What's important to us?
At the British Heart Foundation (BHF) we offer a huge range of new and used quality furniture, clothing, jewellery and more, available in store and online.
Since 1961, British Heart Foundation has been at the forefront of research that has helped to halve annual deaths from cardiovascular disease in the UK. But our work is needed more than ever.
In addition to raising funds for the BHF, we connect with our local communities and help reduce clothing and furniture waste across the UK. With over 700 stores we make a huge environmental impact by preventing around 70,000 tonnes of unwanted items going to landfill every year. We receive 1.6 million items donated to our home stores and 9.8 million bags of donated items and we will continue to build upon our reuse agenda in the years to come. Belonging at BHF
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and empowers us to make a real difference together. Why join the BHF?
We have a strong culture of internal progression and will actively support you to develop your career.
38 days annual leave (with the option to sell leave)
Holistic support leave of up to 10 additional days off each year
Enhanced family policies (maternity, paternity and adoption leave)
Wagestream - early access to your wages
25% staff discount
Health cash plan (Dental, Optical, Therapies, etc)
Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Pension with employer contribution of up to 10%
Cycle to work scheme
Discount options for gym membership
Discounts with a range of retailers Ready to apply?
Click the "Apply" button below.
You'll be seamlessly redirected to the BHF Careers page .
Complete the application form, submit your CV and upload your employment history. What You Need to Know Inclusivity Matters : We're committed to fairness and consistency. As part of this commitment, we use anonymous CV software during the application process. Act Swiftly : Early applications are encouraged. We'll be reviewing submissions throughout the advertising period and may close the advert early. Sponsorship: Please note that we are unlikely to be able to sponsor applicants in respect of this role due to the role not meeting the minimum salary criteria to be eligible for sponsorship
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact a member of the Recruitment team.
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16 Oct 2026
Kilmarnock
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Fixed Term Contract
£12.71 per hour + benefits
35
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