Broadwindsor Community Stores has announced the appointment of a new manager.

Jane Sloman takes the reins - who has been an assistant at the shop in Drimpton Road since it opened in 2013.

Jane replaces Mike Moles, who has resigned for personal reasons.

Chairman Andrew Hookings said: "Broadwindsor Community Stores has seen many changes over its almost ten years of trading but it has had one positive constant - Jane Sloman. 

"If you're a regular, Jane will most likely greet you by your name, know what you like and if you ask her about anything in the shop, she most likely will have the answer. Talk to anyone who uses the village shop and they not only know Jane but think highly of her."

Jane said she remembers her interview at the shop like it was yesterday, adding: "The shop wasn't open yet so Sue Williams, the first manager, and I sat on a couple of upside-down crates in the empty shop to do the interview. And I got the job. Haven't looked back since.

Andrew said: "Jane has been with us since the shop opened in March 2013. She is very popular with volunteers and customers alike. She richly deserves this opportunity."

The shop committee is now looking for a part-time shop assistant to help Jane and work alongside her colleague, Margaret, as well as with the volunteers who make up the Broadwindsor Village Shop team. The part-time shop assistant role will be on a temporary basis whilst Jane settles into her new role with the aim of being a permanent position.  

For more information about the shop assistant role contact Andrew Hookings via [email protected]