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Sales Assistant

Smyths Toys Superstores

Nov 6, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Customer Relations
Sales & Business Development
Chester

Requirements

Are you ambitious, hard working, energetic and reliable?
Do you have excellent customer service skills?
We are currently recruiting fully flexible Temporary Sales Assistants.
Retail experience in the following areas is highly desirable:
Outdoor/Bikes
Toys
Our Stores are open 7 days a week and we need our Sales Assistants to be as flexible as possible to ensure that it succeeds.
Weekends are our busiest trading days so it is likely that you will be required to work on these days.
Job types: contract; part-time; full-time
NOTE - this is a temporary contract

Responsibilities

As a Sales Assistant, you will be expected to provide a high level of customer service
help your team achieve daily targets
ensure that the store is well stocked and well presented at all times
Successful candidates will work as part of a fast-paced and dynamic team

FAQs

What positions are available at Smyths Toys?

Smyths Toys is currently recruiting for Temporary Sales Assistant positions.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for candidates who are ambitious, hardworking, energetic, reliable, and possess excellent customer service skills.

What is the pay rate for Sales Assistants?

The pay rate is £12.00 per hour for those over 21 and £9.40 per hour for those under 21.

Is retail experience required?

While not mandatory, retail experience in areas such as Outdoor/Bikes and Toys is highly desirable.

What are the working hours like?

Our stores are open 7 days a week, and Sales Assistants are expected to be flexible, particularly on weekends, which are our busiest trading days.

What is the contract type for this job?

This job is a temporary contract position with options for part-time or full-time work.

How can I apply for the position?

If you believe you have what it takes to join the Smyths Toys Superstores team, please apply today!

Is the job suitable for students?

Yes, the temporary nature and flexible hours may make it suitable for students looking for part-time work.

What type of training will I receive?

Details regarding training will be provided to successful candidates, focusing on customer service and store presentation.

Is there an age requirement for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be at least 16 years old to apply for this position, with differing pay rates based on age.

Smyths Toys Superstores

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1987

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Smyths Toys Superstores are a leading provider of children's entertainment products and trade from over 100 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Our stores are bursting with fun and excitement and offer the latest and greatest range of toys, video games, outdoor, baby, and pre-school products. We pride ourselves on offering the most competitive prices on the best possible selection of products and stock everything from dolls and action figures to baby products, video games and playsets. As the fastest growing toy retailer in the UK, we recognise the importance of putting our customers first and aim to achieve this through offering the best service at the best possible prices, all served through our unique brand of fun. We know that the best way to deliver this service is through the strength of our staff and we are constantly on the lookout for new members to join our team. In 2018 we acquired Toys R Us in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, adding a further 90 stores across central European. This brings our total number of stores across Ireland, the UK and Europe to over 200. There’s never been a better or more exciting time to join Smyths Toys. We have a number of exciting job opportunities available which represent an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful and dynamic organisation with significant growth plans. Areas in which we recruit include Marketing, Buying, Logistics, IT, Customer Service, Accounting and Payroll functions, and Store Managers and Sales Assistants. There is promotional potential in all roles and we are seeking employees who are passionate, have the ability to work hard and have a strong desire to understand how the retail business works.