We’re looking for enthusiastic, cheerful people who love art, to help, take initiative, and bring positive energy to our team. Whether you have experience in retail, a passion for art, strong organisational skills, or an interest in online sales and marketing, what matters most is your willingness to jump in, support customers, and keep things running smoothly. If you thrive in a creative environment and enjoy working with a team that values initiative and great service, we’d love to hear from you! Please fill out the form at the bottom of this page, and email us your CV to hello@deckleedge.co.za.
Positions Available:
Job Title: Full-time Retail Sales Assistant
Join our large and reputable art and stationery store, where you’ll play a key role in customer service and supporting day-to-day operations. This is a great opportunity for those with a creative background looking to gain hands-on retail experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer Service: Greet and assist customers, providing product recommendations and sales support.
- Address customer inquiries and ensure a positive shopping experience.
Product Knowledge: - Stay up-to-date on the store’s range of art supplies and stationery.
- Assist customers with product selection and demonstrate when necessary.
Stocking and Merchandising: - Help receive and unpack stock.
- Keep shelves stocked, organised, and appealing.
Cash Handling: - Operate the cash register and process transactions accurately.
Store Maintenance: - Maintain a clean and organised store.
- Assist with opening and closing duties.
Compliance and Security: - Follow store policies, including theft prevention measures.
Requirements: - Matric required; further education in art fields is a bonus.
- Retail experience preferred, especially in similar roles.
- Familiarity with art supplies and creative materials is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills with a customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to stand for long periods and handle some lifting.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including Saturday mornings.
- Basic computer skills for operating the cash register and inventory systems.
Availability:
Applicants must be available to work on Saturday mornings.
Plus:
Living in Woodstock, Salt River, or the surrounding areas is a bonus.
How to Apply:
Send your updated CV to hello@deckleedge.co.za with the subject line “Retail Sales Assistant.”
Job Title: Job Title: Junior E-commerce & Web Specialist
We’re hiring a Junior E-commerce & Web Specialist! The Deckle Edge is looking for a technically minded, creative problem-solver to help manage and improve our WooCommerce website. This role focuses on product uploads, website maintenance, fixing issues, improving user experience, and supporting our online growth. This is a contract role with the option to go permanent, ideal for someone who enjoys both tech and creativity and wants to grow in e-commerce.
Key Responsibilities:
- Uploading and managing products on WooCommerce (descriptions, images, pricing, variations)
- Maintaining website structure (categories, tags, organisation)
- Troubleshooting basic website issues (checkout, plugins, bugs)
- Assisting with plugin updates and integrations (payments, shipping, POS)
- Improving website user experience and navigation
- Assisting with SEO (product titles, descriptions, metadata)
- Updating banners, promotions and website content
- Supporting email and campaign implementation
- Identifying areas to improve conversion and performance
What we’re looking for
- Experience with WordPress and WooCommerce
- Basic HTML and CSS knowledge
- Strong problem-solving mindset
- Good attention to detail and organisation
- Interest in e-commerce and how websites work
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Good communication skills
Bonus:
• SEO knowledge (Rank Math or similar)
• Experience with Mailchimp or analytics tools
• Creative or art-related background
• Eye for layout and product presentation
What we offer
- Contract role with potential to go permanent
- Hands-on experience in a growing e-commerce business
- Exposure to marketing, systems, and online strategy
- Staff discounts
- Growth opportunities
This role is perfect if you:
- Enjoy solving problems and improving systems
- Like both technical and creative work
- Want to grow in e-commerce and digital
- Care about how customers experience a website
- Live in Woodstock, Salt River or nearby (big plus)
How to apply
Please email:
- Your CV
- A short motivation
- Examples of websites or work you’ve been involved in (if available)
📧 hello@deckleedge.co.za
Subject line: Junior E-commerce & Web Specialist Application