Sales Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Newry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A retail employer in Newry is looking for candidates for a temporary position. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, operating a till, and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have basic numeracy skills and be willing to learn various aspects of retail operations. This role offers flexible hours and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to operate the till and handle payments.
• Strong communication skills for customer service.
• Ability to maintain hygiene and presentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and assist with product information.
• Operate till systems and handle transactions.
• Restock shelves and maintain display areas.

Skills

Basic numeracy skills

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: PET CONNECTIONWorking in a busy retail environment to provide excellent customer service, including serving customers, handling payments, displaying products and maintaining cleanliness. Ensuring the shop runs smoothly and efficiently. Till operation and team work to support other staff members.We are hoping to train up the successful candidates on as many aspects of the business that they wish to learn, i.e. ordering stock, dealing with representatives etc. Serving customers using electronic till system, processing card payments, receiving deliveries and stock rotation. General housekeeping. Assisting customers with queries.May include lifting of heavy products i.e. bags of dog food etc.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and assist with product information, sales, and service queries.
• Operate the till and point-of-sale systems, handling payments and receipts.
• Restock shelves, maintain display areas, and assist with stock checks and deliveries.
• Help with general administrative tasks such as answering phones, data entry, and client communication.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, presentation, and professionalism within the store.
• Working as part of a small team in a family run business.

Skills and Qualifications

• Basic numeracy skills to count money etc.

Further Information

The Employer is: PET CONNECTIONJobStart 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 1742843 Job Sector Retailing, Wholesaling and Purchasing Area Co Down Location Newry 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 31/10/2025 Closing date 11/12/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025