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New Season at John Bunyan Museum
The new season at the John Bunyan Museum and Library has begun!
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Our museum takes you on a journey through the remarkable life of Bedford’s most famous son, John Bunyan. Explore his story through scenes of his life, from a 17th century childhood to his imprisonment for refusing to change his faith; spot objects he owned, used and even made; and learn more about the books his experiences inspired him to write, including his most famous work: The Pilgrim’s Progress.
We’ve got an exciting year ahead of us as we continue our anniversary celebrations in 2022. The museum turned 75 last year and this year is the 350th Anniversary of the purchase of the land on which Bunyan Meeting stands.
Look out for our special celebratory exhibition and our Crafty Thursday family activities throughout the year.
We’re open 11am-4pm, for Saturdays only from 15th January until February Half-Term, when we’ll be open Tuesday- Saturday from 15th February.
To plan your visit, go to: www.bunyanmeeting.co.uk/planning-your-visit
Can’t visit in person? Check out our YouTube Channel to see our Bunyan’s Hidden Highlights series!
Help support the John Bunyan Museum and Library You can support the museum in many ways, by making a purchase or donation during your visit, following us on social media or through joining the Friends of the John Bunyan Museum. You can also help by joining our brilliant team of volunteers. We really couldn’t do with out them and we’d love to hear from you if you think you could help us continue to share and celebrate the life and legacy of John Bunyan.
For more information, visit: www.bunyanmeeting.co.uk/get-involved
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Job Vacancy
Part time Assistant Shop Manager position, Kempston, Bedford
Due to promotion an exciting opportunity has become available for an Assistant Shop Manager to join our friendly team 30 hours a week based at 211 Bedford Rd Kempston Beds MK42 8DD. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary in addition to a company pension and 28 days holiday pro rata, including Bank holidays. If you have experience of working in a retail shop environment and helping to lead a team of salespeople including volunteers, then this is a perfect opportunity to grow your career and help to support a local community Hospice.
Role Requirements • Experience in a retail shop supervisor role. • Experience of working in a Charity shop environment would be useful.
Key Relationships • Shop staff • Volunteers • Senior managers • Board directors • Members of the public • Community groups
Role Responsibilities • Managing the sales process from start to finish • Driving Profit and Gift Aid sales • Managing a team of salespeople including volunteers • Stock generation • Organising van delivery and collections
Skills • Safeguarding of vulnerable adults • Health and Safety awareness • Good understanding of Equality and Diversity • Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
HOW TO APPLY
• Able to use their own initiative • Excellent customer service • Good level of IT understanding
Attitudes • Able to work as part of a team • Able to work flexibly • Have a self-awareness of their own competencies and limitations
Company + Benefits About Bedford Daycare Hospice We are an award-winning Daycare Hospice offering help and support to patients suffering with lifelimiting conditions. Plus, we are a major service provider in Bedford with 5 shops and over 80 employees including volunteers. We are dedicated to providing an exemplary level of service to patients and customers alike and believe that hard works pays off, whilst we always have the support of the Hospice at heart in everything we do.
Why should you apply? • Competitive Salary • Good Location • Generous Holidays • Company pension • Car parking space • Giving back to the community
