Part-Time Sales Assistant - Kingscliff

The Salvation Army Australia; Kingscliff; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑f­-

Meal entertainment benefit $2,650

Staff Store Discount

Paid Parental leave

Purchased Leave Scheme

No Sunday work

Health & wellness initiatives

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander‑

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia Kingscliff store is seeking a sales assistant to support the store manager and create a welcoming shopping experience for customers and volunteers. This part-time role involves POS operations, donation processing, merchandising, and strong customer service in a community-focused environment.

The position emphasizes values-driven work, flexibility across locations, and a commitment to safety and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Retail experience preferred but not essential.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to deliver outstanding results in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Alignment with TSA values: integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, diversity.

Responsibilities

• Retail sales and operation of Point-of-Sale devices.
• Collecting, sorting and pricing donations in store.
• Assist in visual merchandising and store presentation.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Display stock in correct departments according to policy.
• Follow Occupational Health and Safety policy and procedures.
• Demonstrate TSA core values in all work-related activities.

Skills

Retail sales

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About The Role

Number Of Positions Available: 1

Kingscliffe Salvos Stores are seeking a talented, values-driven Sales Assistant to support the Store Manager with day-to-day operations and provide an inspiring in-store experience for our team, customers and community members.

This is a permanent part-time role (20 hours per week), located in Kingscliff, NSW.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Retail General Industry Award, Level 3.

You Will Assist With

• Retail sales and operation of Point-of-Sale devices.
• Collecting, sorting and pricing donations in store.
• Assist in the development and coordination visual merchandising and store presentation.
• Provide exceptional Customer Service.
• Display stock in correct departments, following policy and procedure.
• Follow Occupational Health and Safety policy and procedures.
• Demonstrate TSA core values in all work-related activities.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in retail sales, while highly regarded, is not essential.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Genuine passion and proven ability to deliver outstanding results in a rewarding, complex retail environment.
• Alignment with the values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, and diversity.
• High energy, hand-on individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibly to work a rolling roster including weekends and preparedness to work across various locations in the retail area.

The Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Staff Store Discount.
• No Sunday work - work-life balance!
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration