Bookseller - Part Time

Do you love sharing and talking books, and desire to thrive in a vibrant community? This strongly independent East Sussex bookshop is calling your name. Much more than just a bookshop it s a hub for bibliophiles and beyond. They curate a treasure trove of new and pre-loved books, host author talks and workshops, and buzz with the energy of passionate bookworms you will be part of that.
THE JOB

• You will become an important part of a community that enjoys books in all their variety, entertainment and stimulation.
• You will always be ready to discuss, give advice and promote reading of books new and old of multiple styles and genres.
• Help visitors make better book buying decisions.
• Keep book and shelf displays delightful, clean and inviting. This will involve some carrying!
• develop, plan and assist at events, sometimes during evenings.
• Working with antiquarian books, including on-line listing and posting
• Assisting with social media and website development and upkeep

This store is always on the lookout for fresh ideas. Very soon, there will also be dedicated space to creativity and crafts to broaden appeal and attraction.
THE CANDIDATE
Applicants should demonstrate a thorough, ongoing interest in current publishing trends, reviews, upcoming books across a range of subjects and be a willing participant in the bookstore s community in the shop and online.
The job demands strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail and a cooperative spirit. Experience with - and enthusiasm for - crafts will be a strong plus. Punctuality and dependability are essential.
GEOGRAPHY: The bookshop is in the centre of a small village in East Sussex. People travel from far and wide to settle into its warm embrace.
SALARY: There s a discussion to be had here about working hours and salary. This is a Part Time role that would need to have some weekend working and they re very ready to have a conversation about how that might work to fit your own life, and salary agreed accordingly.
INTERVIEW PROCESS: Ready to write your next chapter? Send us your CV. They ll be a telephone conversation with Martin Ellis at Recruitment South East before you ll be invited to 2-stage face-to-face interviews at the venue itself, where you can experience everything for yourself.