Part-Time Sales Assistant at The Salvation Army

, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fashion Focus, Retail Sales, Point-of-Sale Systems Operation, Donation Sorting, Pricing, Visual Merchandising, Window Dressing, Outfit Styling, Customer Service, Styling Advice, Stock Display, WHS Compliance, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Flexibility

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Number of Positions Available: 1 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: Ipswich Salvos Stores are seeking a fashion-focused Sales Assistant to support the Store Manager with day-to-day operations and help deliver an inspiring in-store experience for our customers and community. This is a permanent part-time role (23 hours per week) based in Ipswich, QLD and is suited to someone who enjoys fashion, has an eye for presentation, and takes pride in how a store looks and feels. You Will Assist With: Retail sales and operation of Point-of-Sale systems. Collecting, sorting and pricing donations, with a strong eye for quality garments and on-trend pieces. Visual merchandising, including window displays, outfit styling and maintaining appealing store presentation. Identifying current fashion trends and presenting stock in a way that maximises impact and sales. Delivering exceptional customer service and styling advice. Displaying stock in correct departments, following policy and procedure. Maintaining a safe working environment in line with WHS requirements. Demonstrating The Salvation Army’s core values in all work-related activities. About You: A strong interest in fashion, styling and visual merchandising, with the ability to recognise quality garments and current trends. Experience in retail sales is highly regarded but not essential A creative eye for window dressing and store presentation. Passionate about delivering excellent customer service in a dynamic retail environment. High-energy, hands-on team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Flexible to work a rolling roster including weekends and across various locations within the retail area. Aligned with The Salvation Army’s values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration and diversity. The Benefits: The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: 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 Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for 'volunteering’ in Salvos initiatives. Staff Store Discount. Access to Fitness Passport and consumer discounts. Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives. 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. How To Apply: If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role. 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 At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And 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. Mission, Vision & Values The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world. Why work with the Salvos? The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential. Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.

Responsibilities

The Sales Assistant will support the Store Manager with daily operations, focusing on retail sales, processing donations through sorting and pricing, and maintaining an inspiring in-store experience for customers and the community. Key duties include visual merchandising, trend identification, and delivering exceptional customer service and styling advice.