Work with us – Opportunities at Home Basics
At Home Basics, our staff team is central to everything we do. We are a small, dedicated group with a wide range of skills and experience, all working together to ensure people can access essential household items with dignity and respect. Every role, whether customer-facing or behind the scenes, plays a vital part in delivering our service and supporting the communities we work in, from our bases in Walkerburn and Hawick.
We are a values-led organisation that values teamwork, flexibility and the contribution of each individual. We welcome people with different strengths and backgrounds who are motivated by making a practical difference. If you’re looking to work somewhere purposeful, supportive and community-focused, Home Basics could be the right fit for you.
Any current job vacancies are listed below.
Assistant Manager Vacancy, Hawick
Following an internal promotion, we’re excited to be recruiting for the role of Assistant Shop Manager to assist in the day-to-day management of our Hawick shop. Reporting to the Shop Manager, the tasks will be varied, including warehouse support, providing cover for the Hawick Shop Manager and overseeing occasional Saturday opening. Some support at our Walkerburn shop may also be required.
Sales experience an advantage, must be confident with computers. Flexibility is essential. Tasks include stock management and customer sales, delivery scheduling and volunteer support. Please see job description for details.
£26,918 per annum FTE.
28 hours per week.
Days to be agreed to include some Saturdays and occasional extra hours available.
Home Basics is Living Wage accredited.
Must be over 25 with clean driving licence.
Please email CV with covering letter, advising how you meet the requirements outlined in this advert and job description to manager@homebasics.org.uk
Closing date 13th September 2026.
Interviews week beginning 14th September.
Commencement ASAP
Download full Job Description here.
Apply direct to above email, or via Indeed.