Retail Van Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Belfast is seeking a candidate to assist with donation logistics, including collection and delivery using the charity's van. Strong teamworking and communication skills are essential. The position offers up to 25 hours per week with flexible working hours, including the possibility of additional hours, under a temporary contract. Candidates should have experience in retail or a similar environment and be friendly and polite in customer interactions.

Qualifications

• Good communication and team-working skills required.
• Flexibility and willingness to engage in various tasks.
• Experience in a retail environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection, delivery, and distribution of donations.
• Operate the electronic furniture booking system.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Good teamworking skills

Flexibility to do different tasks

Ability to be friendly and polite

Communication skills in retail

Ability to follow procedures correctly

Experience using epos till and electronic booking system

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: ACTION CANCER BELFASTWorking with the Area Van Driver to co-ordinate, deliver, collect and record stock distributions in the area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection, delivery and distribution of donations in the Action Cancer van.
• Be responsible for operating the electronic furniture booking system including booking furniture collections and deliveries.
• Assist with adherence to Health and Safety regulations.
• Attend First Aid training course.

Skills and Qualifications

• Good teamworking skills.
• Flexibility to do different tasks.
• Ability to be friendly and polite.
• Communication skills in retail.
• Ability to follow procedures correctly.
• Experience using epos till and electronic booking system.

Further Information

The Employer is: ACTION CANCER BELFASTJobStart 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 1751095 Job Sector Retailing, Wholesaling and Purchasing,Transport, Distribution and Warehousing Area Belfast Location Belfast 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 18/12/2025 Closing date 28/01/2026 Worktime Flexible, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm

Area: Republic of Ireland
Closing date: 20 Dec 2025