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Fixed Term Contract – ending on 31st December 2025
After the holiday period, there may be an opportunity for a permanent role based on performance.
Why The Works?
We don’t just sell products – we inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. You’ll help ignite that spark in customers, encouraging them to explore new hobbies, create, read or simply enjoy a moment of joy.
Our Perks
* 25% Colleague Discount on all purchases
* My Works – exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities, tech and more
* Can-Do Academy – instant access to courses and training in areas that interest you
* Stream – receive 50% of your wages as you earn them, for when life happens
* 24/7 support via the Retail Trust Charity Employee Assistance Programme, covering emotional support, financial health and physical wellbeing
Seasonal Sales Assistant
As a Seasonal Sales Assistant, you’ll join our merry crew to help make this holiday season the best one yet. You’ll be the heart of our retail store, welcoming customers with a friendly smile and inspiring them to read, learn, create or play. You’ll manage deliveries and seasonal stock, and support the team during the busy peak period.
Your Festive Mission
* Excite and delight customers, spreading joy with friendly service.
* Be a Loyalty Ambassador, ensuring customers feel they receive great value at The Works.
* Merchandise creatively, following planograms and bringing new ideas to non‑planned areas.
* Handle deliveries, price and label products, and keep shop floor displays and stockrooms tidy and festive.
* Enjoy the role, be authentic, and create a twinkling wonderland for customers and colleagues alike.
Skills / Behaviours That Will Set You Apart
* Authenticity and positivity – you’re a natural people‑person who loves a good recommendation.
* Resilience and multitasking – you thrive in a fast‑paced retail environment with heavy deliveries.
* Stock and merchandising wizardry – you can sort, price, and display items efficiently, even under pressure.
Values
We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play – making lives more fulfilled. We are Crafty | Caring | Can‑do. We promote diversity, inclusion and reasonable adjustments. Our culture is supportive, friendly, inclusive and encourages all team members to be authentic and to grow.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part‑time
* Job function: Sales and Business Development
* Industry: Retail
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