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Retail Sales Assistant - Temporary Contract

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The Works Stores Ltd

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Peterborough

AI generated summary

  • You need positivity, creativity, resilience, and multitasking skills. If over 18, you'll be a keyholder; under 18, you'll receive training when eligible for keyholder duties.
  • You will greet customers warmly, inspire their creativity, assist with store operations, and support the management team by opening and closing the store as needed.

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.
  • That's cool. 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

  • As a Retail Sales Assistant at The Works, you’ll discover that this is not just a job. This is a mission to inspire people to read, learn, create and play!
  • 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.
  • 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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Retail Sales Assistant position?

The Retail Sales Assistant position is a temporary contract with an 8-hour work schedule.

What perks do employees receive at The Works?

Employees receive a 25% colleague discount, access to MyWorks for exclusive online discounts, enhanced family-friendly leave, 28 days of holiday (33 for Deputy and Store Managers), among many others.

What responsibilities does a keyholder have?

A keyholder supports the Store Management team by opening, closing, and running the store when needed, including during holidays and sick days.

Are there opportunities for training and development?

Yes, The Works offers the Can-Do Academy for further training and development in areas of interest.

Is this position suitable for those under 18?

Yes, individuals under 18 can apply; however, they won't be able to perform keyholding duties until they turn 18.

What skills and behaviors are preferred for this role?

The preferred skills include being genuine and authentic, resilient in a fast-paced environment, and capable of managing stock effectively.

How does The Works value diversity and inclusion?

The Works fosters an inclusive culture, welcoming under-represented groups and being open to discussions about flexible working hours and reasonable adjustments.

What is the primary purpose of The Works as a company?

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

How does The Works gather feedback from employees?

Each year, The Works conducts an anonymous colleague engagement survey to collect feedback and suggestions from employees.

Is there support for healthcare costs?

Yes, The Works offers a Healthcare Cash Plan to support employees with their everyday healthcare costs.

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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.