Sales Assistant


Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: AGE NI We are looking for a Sales Assistant to join our team. In this role, you’ll be the welcoming face of the shop, helping customers and ensuring they have a positive experience. You will assist with receiving, sorting and pricing donations, and help create attractive displays that maintain our high standards of presentation. The position also involves processing payments accurately and supporting the recording of Gift Aid donations. You’ll help keep the store clean, organised and inviting, while carrying out additional tasks as required by the Shop Manager. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and contributing to a well-run, community-focused shop.

Responsibilities

  • Greet customers and assist them where necessary.
  • Accept, sort, price, store and display merchandise/donations.
  • Ensure a high standard of presentation, display and pricing.
  • Be responsible for processing payments and ensuring Gift Aid donations are recorded accurately.
  • Ensure the store is kept clean and tidy.
  • Attend appropriate training, as required.
  • Any other duties that may be required by the Shop Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Experience of cash handling.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

Desirable Skills

  • It is desirable that the post-holder has experience within the retail sector.

Further Information

The Employer is: AGE NI JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID
1759038
Job Sector
Retailing, Wholesaling and Purchasing
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Coleraine
Salary
16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
10/02/2026
Closing date
23/03/2026
Worktime
To be confirmed

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