Temporary Charity Shop Sales Assistant - 15 hrs

Salvation Army Trading Company; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent charity retailer in Stranraer is seeking a part-time Sales Assistant to support the shop team. The role involves providing excellent customer service, assisting in visual merchandising, and managing shop operations in the absence of the manager. Ideal candidates possess a friendly disposition, strong customer focus, and a keen interest in environmental sustainability. This position offers no evening or Sunday shifts, competitive pay, and generous benefits including a pension scheme and healthcare services.

Benefits

Starting at 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Virtual GP service

Excellent pension scheme

Company sick pay

25% colleague discount

Wellbeing commitment

Qualifications

• Previous customer-focused experience, whether paid or voluntary.
• Ability to assist customers effectively during their visit.
• Interest in visual merchandising and shop standards.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain high standards of visual merchandising.
• Assist customers from entry to purchase.
• Promote Gift Aid and various promotions actively.
• Complete company paperwork including cashing up.
• Support and train volunteers.
• Assist in sorting and preparation of donated stock.

Skills

Customer service skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Adaptability

Interest in sustainability

Job description

A prominent charity retailer in Stranraer is seeking a part-time Sales Assistant to support the shop team. The role involves providing excellent customer service, assisting in visual merchandising, and managing shop operations in the absence of the manager. Ideal candidates possess a friendly disposition, strong customer focus, and a keen interest in environmental sustainability. This position offers no evening or Sunday shifts, competitive pay, and generous benefits including a pension scheme and healthcare services.