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Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development

AI generated summary

  • You are positive, creative, and love engaging with customers. You can multitask in a fast-paced environment and excel at sorting and merchandising deliveries like a pro.
  • You will deliver friendly service, assist customers, merchandise products, manage deliveries, and create a festive atmosphere in-store while connecting with customers and colleagues.

Requirements

  • Genuine and authentic: Your positivity, creativity, and passion for our brand and products shine through like twinkling lights on a Christmas tree. 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 Santa’s little helper! Embrace the boxes; they’ve got nothing on you!

Responsibilities

  • Excite and Delight: Spread joy with your friendly service and inspire customers to read, learn, create, or play with our magical products!
  • Loyalty Ambassador: Jingle all the way as you help customers to craft a christmas well spent and know they can get more bang for their money at The Works – they’ll thank you with bells on!
  • Merchandising Marvel: Unwrap your creative flair by following our planograms for key product areas. And when you have the freedom, let your creativity dance like snowflakes in non-planogrammed spaces to catch the eye!
  • Deliveries: Become a puzzle-master as you manage heavy deliveries, price & label products like a pro, sort items onto shop floor displays, and make sure the stockroom is as snug as a Christmas stocking!
  • Have fun! Be your best, authentic elf-self and embrace the opportunity to connect with our brand, colleagues, and customers. Have a jolly good time making the store a twinkling wonderland to visit and work!

FAQs

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

The contract is fixed-term and ends on 31st December 2024.

Is there a possibility of permanent employment after the seasonal role?

Yes, while there are no promises, there is often potential for seasonal colleagues to be taken on a permanent basis after the initial festive contract.

How many hours is the contract for this position?

The contract is for 4 hours.

What kind of work will I be doing as a Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant?

You will be welcoming customers, managing stock deliveries, merchandising products, and providing friendly service to inspire customers to read, learn, create, or play.

What are the physical requirements of the job?

The role can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to manage stairs and heavy stock.

What benefits does The Works offer to its employees?

Employees receive a 25% colleague discount, access to exclusive online discounts, training courses, early access to wages, and 24/7 support for emotional and financial wellbeing through an Employee Assistance Programme.

What is the company culture like at The Works?

The Works provides a supportive, friendly, and inclusive atmosphere where employees can be their authentic selves and work as a team to inspire customers.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, The Works offers access to the Can-Do Academy, allowing employees to take control of their development with training in areas that interest them.

What qualities are The Works looking for in a Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant?

The ideal candidate should be genuine and authentic, resilient, and capable of managing stock effectively, with a positive attitude towards customer service.

Are there considerations for diversity and inclusion in the hiring process?

Yes, The Works promotes an inclusive culture and welcomes applications from all individuals, including under-represented groups, with open discussions around working hours and reasonable adjustments for interviews.

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.