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
We are re-advertising for an Assistant Shop Manager to operate in a small team at our warehouse shop in Hawick, provide cover to the Hawick Shop Manager, warehouse support, and to oversee occasional Saturday opening. Some support in Walkerburn 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.
£14.79 p/h, 28 hours per week
(£26,918 per annum FTE)
Days to be agreed to include some Saturdays and occasional extra hours available.
Home Basics is Living Wage accredited.
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 11th February 2026.
Interviews week beginning 16th February
Commencement ASAP
Download full Job Description here.
Apply direct to above email, or via Indeed.
Van Driver/Warehouse Vacancy, Hawick
We are re-advertising for a Van Driver / Warehouse Worker to provide the delivery and collection of furniture and household items to the Scottish Borders area.
£13.45 p/h, 28 hours per week
(£24,479 per annum FTE)
8.30am to 4pm Tuesday to Friday.
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 8th February 2026
Interviews week beginning 9th February
Commencement ASAP.
Download full Job Description here.
Apply direct to above email, or via Indeed.