Sales Assistant

Sales & Marketing
Lanarkshire
May 19, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Role Overview

Seeking an enthusiastic Sales Assistant for a part time position (7.5 hours per shift) at Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd.

Pay: £12.88 per hour. 1 day in 6 weeks. No evenings or Sundays.

Transfer to other shops within cluster as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain visual merchandising standards.
  • Assist customers throughout their visit.
  • Promote and explain Gift Aid and other promotions.
  • Complete company paperwork (cash up, banking).
  • Assist in volunteer training.
  • Sort and prepare donated stock.
  • Support the Shop Manager with best practice and health & safety procedures.
  • Manage the shop and volunteers in Manager’s absence.
  • Represent company values in personal conduct.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

  • Resilient, supportive, caring, hands on, and enthusiastic.
  • Positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Desire to make a positive change.
  • Adaptable, able to think on feet.
  • Interest in environment and sustainability.
  • Engaging personality, desire to succeed.

Hours & Shift Pattern

Shift basis Monday to Saturday. 1 day every 6 weeks.

Benefits

  • Annual leave: 26 days + bank holidays, option to buy extra week.
  • Virtual GP service: phone and video consultations.
  • Pension scheme: company matches contributions up to 6%.
  • Company sick pay after probation.
  • 25% discount on all original full-price products.
  • Wellbeing commitment and support.
  • Equal opportunities employer. EEO statement.

Eligibility

Equal opportunities employer; welcome applications from all sectors.

Company Details

Registered Company No The Salvation Army registered charity 214779 and in Scotland No. SC009359.

Location

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