Job description
At Alfreton Post office, our purpose is to bring together ideas, energy, and resources to make life better in our communities. We operate to provide a valued service for our local communities, and our Post Office Assistant play an important part in this.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Post office Assistant to join the team at our Alfrerton Post Office in Alfreton (hours to be worked over 6 days on a rota; Monday – Friday 9.00 – 17:30 Saturday 9-13.00).
Working in a post office is not just about selling stamps, our branch provides a wide range of services to the community so having a vast product knowledge is extremely important. You will be responsible for selling financial products and services, dealing with letters and parcels, paying out pensions and benefits, accepting bill payments, dealing with vehicle registrations, checking passports applications and selling travel insurance and foreign currency. Retail work is also required alongside Post Office duties.
Candidate Requirements:
You will need a good eye for detail with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and have cash handling experience. You will have excellent communication skills and enjoy dealing with customers . Previous Post Office experience required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16-40 per week
Salary: £7.00-£10.50 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Alfreton, DE55 7BE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Post office Counter: 1 year (preferred)
- customer service: 1 year (preferred)
- Cash handling: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/08/2026
Reference ID: Alf
