Saint Catherine's Hospice Careers

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Saint Catherine's Hospice are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share these values.

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Saint Catherine's Hospice will seek references on successful candidates and will approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications. If your current/ most recent employment is working with vulnerable adults and/ or children, your current/ most recent employer will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to vulnerable adults and/ or children (including any conduct related to safeguarding concerns).

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Job Details

Job Title: Donation Centre Manager
Job Reference: TA1436219ScaDCM
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £26,500 per annum

Donation Centre Manager

Location: Saint Catherine’s Donation Centre

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Salary: £26,500 per annum

Closing Date: 14 November 2025

Saint Catherine’s is looking for an organised, proactive, and people-focused Donation Centre Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our busy Donation Centre and Furniture Shop. You’ll oversee collections, deliveries, and distribution of donated goods to our retail network, helping to raise vital funds for hospice care in our community.

Essential Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Experience in logistics, warehouse, or retail management.
Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proven leadership and team management experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Confident using IT systems and scheduling tools.
Full UK driving licence.
Commitment to the values and mission of Saint Catherine’s Hospice.
Essential Personal Attributes
Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.
Calm under pressure, adaptable, and solution-focused.
Supportive leader who fosters teamwork and respect.
Reliable, professional, and positive attitude.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Experience within charity retail or donation centre operations.
Knowledge of furniture retail or logistics planning.
Training in Health & Safety, manual handling, or first aid.

If you’re motivated by purpose and enjoy leading busy, hands-on operations that make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

Ongoing development opportunities
A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment
Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing
Free on-site parking for convenience and ease
Subsidised meals at our on-site Flavours Bistro
Access to our on-site gym for your health and wellness
Staff discounts in our Saint Catherine’s charity shops

For informal enquiries please contact Chris McMahon, Head of Retail on 01723 351421 or email chris.mcmahon@saintcatherines.org.uk.

The hospice website is www.saintcatherines.org.uk. Please see the attached job description for further information.

Saint Catherine’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment and work in accordance with our safeguarding policies and procedures. A Standard DBS check will be required for this role.