Retail Sales Assistant

The Works Stores Ltd

Oct 1

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Customer Relations
Hospitality & Retail

Requirements

Genuine and authentic: Your positivity, creativity, and passion for our brand and products shine through. Talking to people is your superpower, and customers can't resist your helpful recommendations!
Resilient champion: You can handle the fast-paced retail environment like a boss, juggling busy days, heavy deliveries, and customers with ease. You're the ultimate multitasking hero!
Stock magician: You tackle the puzzle of sorting, pricing, and merchandising deliveries like a pro! Embrace the boxes; they've got nothing on you!
If you’re over 18, you’ll join as a keyholder.
Our Retail Sales Assistants support our Store Management team to keep the stores running like clockwork by opening, closing, and running the store when needed, (holidays, days off, sickness etc), but don’t worry we’ll train you to do this.
There are a lot of valuable skills to learn here that will benefit you in the future.
You’ll also receive our additional keyholding pay enhancement when holding keys.
If you're under 18, you won't be able to complete keyholding duties just yet, but when you reach your 18th birthday, we'll get you set up for training so that you can earn the additional keyholding pay enhancement when on keyholder duties.

Responsibilities

You’ll be the heartbeat of our retail store by greeting customers with a warm smile and helping them leave happy and excited to unlock their imaginations.
Your passion and enthusiasm for our brand and products will be contagious and motivating.
Our customers will want to return, time and time again for more inspiration and products that satisfy their creative needs.
Our Retail Sales Assistants support our Store Management team to keep the stores running like clockwork by opening, closing, and running the store when needed, (holidays, days off, sickness etc), but don’t worry we’ll train you to do this.
You’ll also receive our additional keyholding pay enhancement when holding keys.

FAQs

What is the contract type for the Retail Sales Assistant position?

The Retail Sales Assistant position is offered on a 4-hour contract.

What benefits are available to employees at The Works?

Employees at The Works enjoy a 25% colleague discount, access to exclusive online discounts through MyWorks, enhanced family-friendly leave, 28 days of holiday (including bank holidays), ongoing training through the Can-Do Academy, early access to wages via Wagestream, and various healthcare and support plans.

What kind of work environment can I expect at The Works?

The Works offers a supportive, friendly, and inclusive work environment where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, fostering a sense of teamwork and collaboration.

Are there opportunities for career development in this role?

Yes, The Works provides access to the Can-Do Academy for additional training and development, allowing you to grow your skills and advance your career.

What are the key responsibilities of a Retail Sales Assistant?

Retail Sales Assistants are responsible for greeting customers, providing recommendations, managing stock deliveries, merchandising products, and maintaining a positive shopping experience for customers.

Is keyholding required for all Retail Sales Assistants?

Keyholding is required for those over 18 as they will join as keyholders to support Store Management, including opening and closing the store. For those under 18, keyholding duties can be undertaken once they reach age 18 after completion of training.

How does The Works promote diversity and inclusion?

The Works prides itself on maintaining an inclusive culture that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, including under-represented groups, and is open to discussions around flexible working hours and reasonable adjustments during the hiring process.

What is the purpose of The Works as a company?

The purpose of The Works is to inspire reading, learning, creativity, and play, ultimately making lives more fulfilled.

The Works Stores Ltd

Ambition: To become one of the most loved retailers in the UK - the go-to place for reading, learning, creativity & play

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1981

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Works is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including books, arts and crafts supplies, toys, games, and stationery. They aim to provide affordable and inspiring products for families, students, and hobbyists, making creativity and learning accessible to everyone. By offering a diverse selection of quality items at great value, The Works strives to encourage a love of reading, creativity, and play, enhancing the lives of their customers and fostering a vibrant community spirit.