Shop Assistant - Cobh (Specific Purpose Part Time)

SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of over 12,000 volunteers and 700 staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas.

The Role:
We are currently looking to recruit a ​specific purpose part time Shop Assistant (2 days over 6) who is passionate about customer service and being part of an organisation that makes a difference in the local community. Our stores have a huge range of stock on display which can include furniture, clothing and bric-a-brac which will bring variety in each sale. The ideal candidate will provide support and assistance to the Shop Manager of running the shop in a manner that reflects SVP's high standards and maintains the professionalism and profile of the Society in all areas of operation.

This role will be joining our Retail Division in Cobh, Co. Cork. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community.

Candidate Requirements:

Education

• ​Job holder should ideally be educated to leaving certificate standard
  Experience
• At least 2 years retail experience ideally some of which will have been gained in the community / voluntary sector.

Skills

• ​Experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be a confident communicator and have a passion for helping people.
• Excellent organisation skills
• A positive outlook with resilience and persistence in the face of barriers and setbacks.
• An ability to display empathy, patience and a well-developed sense of humour.
• A keen eye for visual merchandising and display Self-motivated and take pride and satisfaction in your own work
• Outgoing and energetic and enjoy working on your own and as part of your wider team
• Excellent numerical skills
• Willingness to work in a flexible manner and provide cover for the Shop Manager when required
  Knowledge
• Knowledge of the Society and of its mission and values.
• Commercially aware
  

Full job description for this role and list of associated benefits can be found here: Shop Assistant - Job Description 06.2025.pdf

​If you meet these requirements and have the desire to join one of Ireland’s best known, trusted, and respected not-for-profit organisations please click 'Apply for this job'.

​PLEASE NOTE: If you are interested in being considered for this ​position, please apply as soon as possible as the role may be closed in advance of the date shown above due to high volume of applications.

​SVP is an Equal Opportunities Employer