Warehouse Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
House of Isabella is a fast-growing international online retailer of interior furniture and homewares, with operations across the UK and Australia. We’re on the hunt for a highly motivated part-time Warehouse Operative to help with inventory and inbound/outbound goods.
The perfect candidate will be a team player who is committed to excellence in their specific tasks, but also willing to jump in and assist the customer service team where needed, with a positive, can-do attitude.
About the Job
- Permanent part-time
- Based in our Durham office/warehouse
- 8:30am-2.00pm, Monday to Friday (hours can be discussed)
Duties include:
- Processing all pallet deliveries, allocating orders and arranging efficient dispatch
- Booking all outlet stock orders for delivery from Durham
- Coordinating deliveries from external supplier warehouses direct to customers
- Liaising with our third-party warehouses over the phone and on-site and booking dispatch as required
- Checking and processing returns and ensuring ongoing accurate stock control and recording of outlet items
- Taking photographs/videos of damage/faults of goods to list online/provide to customers
- Courier insurance claims
- Assisting the customer service team, providing email and live chat support as required
- Other general warehouse duties
Skills & Experience:
- Experience in a warehouse environment
- Manual handling capabilities - please note this role does involve heavy lifting at times
- Strong computer skills
- UK manual driving licence
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Superior attention to detail
- Self-motivated with strong time management skills
- Driven, organised and logical
- A team player attitude
Please include a cover letter with your application addressed to Rick Curry explaining why the role excites you and why you are perfect for this position.
Note: Applications not including a personalised cover letter will not be considered. No agencies please.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 27.5 per week
Salary: £9.50-£11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Application question(s):
- When are you available to start?
Experience:
- Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: HOI-WAREHOUSE
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse Operative roles across HOUSE OF ISABELLA's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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