Shop & Studio Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Hidden Scotland magazine is a source of inspiration and information on travelling to and around Scotland. We are on a mission to discover, create, and collaborate, in order to inspire travellers and Scotland's inhabitants to get out and explore one of the most beautiful countries our planet has to offer.
Set in the enchanting Milton of Crathes, Banchory, our shop is an innovative blend of travel planning and a showcase of Scottish creativity. Within the walls of a converted 17th-century sawmill, we offer an assortment of hand-picked products crafted by skilled Scottish artisans. Our unique planning station invites you to envision and map out your future travels. Adjacent to the beautiful Crathes Castle and the scenic River Dee, the shop truly encapsulates the spirit of its breathtaking surroundings.
When we open up in our new space we will be looking for a friendly face to join our team at the weekends as shop & studio assistant.
Details for the position are below.
Hours
12 hours
Saturday 10.15am - 4.45pm
Sunday 10.45am - 4.15pm
Main Duties
* Day to day running of the shop
* Keeping the till system up to date
* Social Media for @hiddenscotlandshop
* Setting up for workshops when required
* Arrange the packaging & distribution of orders
Personal Profile
* Has a keen interest in the local area or enthusiastic and eager to learn
* Has a keen interest further afield in Scotland, or enthusiastic and eager to learn
* A passion for discovering small businesses and makers across Scotland
* Confident and outgoing, happy to chat with customers and help assist them
* Willing to help out customers who have questions about the area & products
* Can work on own initiative
* Eager to develop and grow along with the business
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 12 per week
Salary: From £11.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Every weekend
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 09/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Shop & Studio Assistant roles across The Hidden Scotland Shop's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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