FAQs
What is the main responsibility of a Sales Assistant?
A Sales Assistant is primarily responsible for providing excellent customer service, greeting and assisting customers, processing transactions, and maintaining store standards.
Is this position temporary?
Yes, the Sales Assistant position is a temporary role.
Are there any opportunities for career development?
Yes, this role comes with the opportunity to complete a Retailer Level 2 Apprenticeship and offers various career development benefits.
What hours will a Sales Assistant be expected to work?
Sales Assistants need to be flexible with their hours and may be required to work shifts.
What kind of customer service is expected?
Sales Assistants are expected to provide friendly, welcoming, and helpful service in every customer interaction.
What benefits do Sales Assistants receive?
Benefits include a discount card, family-friendly benefits, loyal service awards, a health and wellbeing program, an increasing holiday allowance, and an extra day off for birthdays.
What company values should Sales Assistants embody?
Sales Assistants should embody the values of loving customers, caring for colleagues, and protecting the company's financial resources.
How is the store environment described?
The store environment is described as fun, friendly, and welcoming, aimed at delivering the best service and experience to customers.
How many stores does Poundland have?
Poundland has over 900 stores across the UK and Republic of Ireland.
What is the company's approach to inclusion and sustainability?
Poundland is committed to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability, creating an environment where team members can thrive and make a meaningful impact on the communities they serve.