Sales Assistant

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

Job summary

A local retail store in Holywood is looking for a Sales Assistant. The role involves assisting the Shop Manager with sales, merchandising, and customer service. Ideal candidates will have experience in retail and be comfortable with cash handling. This is a temporary position of up to 25 hours per week, with flexible hours possibly available.

Qualifications

• Some experience in a customer-facing environment.
• Experience in cash handling.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maximise profitability by encouraging customer visits.
• Achieve monthly targets and budgets.
• Carry out visual merchandising.
• Maintain inventory control.
• Complete paperwork and banking accurately.
• Observe health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer service experience

Cash handling experience

Teamwork skills

Ability to lift heavy items

Experience in retail (textiles/clothing/homeware)

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: OXFAM IRELAND, HOLYWOOD SUPERSTOREWorking under the direction of the Shop Manager, the Sales Assistant will have the opportunity to learn key skills within the retail environment. Over time, you will assist with the effective running of the store, by carrying out assigned daily tasks, including sales, merchandising, window displays and the daily maintenance of the store ensuring the highest standards of housekeeping and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Work with the shop manager to maximise profitability by actively encouraging customers to visit the store and purchase merchandise.
• Work towards achieving targets and hitting monthly budgets.
• Carry out visual merchandising.
• Maintain inventory control.
• Complete paperwork and banking procedures accurately.
• Work in a safe way, observing all health and safety guidelines.

Skills and Qualifications

• Some experience in a customer facing environment.
• Experience in cash handling.
• Experience working as part of a team and ability to work on own initiative.
• Please note the role involves lifting hessian bags, boxes, books and other heavy items.
• Experience within a textile, clothing or homeware environment.

Further Information

The Employer is: OXFAM IRELAND HOLYWOOD SUPERSTOREJobStart 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 1746354 Job Sector Retailing, Wholesaling and Purchasing Area Co Down Location Holywood Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 18/11/2025 Closing date 29/12/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 20 Nov 2025