Overview
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and bring the magic of Christmas to life? We’re looking for talented people with a spark to join our team asChristmas Sales Assistant. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where no two days are the same — perfect for those who thrive in a busy, buzzing environment and love spreading festive cheer.
If you’re passionate about perfume, love working with people, and can keep smiling through the Christmas rush, we want to hear from you!
Pay Rate: £8.51-£12.60
Contracted Hours: 4
What You’ll Do
* Greet every customer with a warm welcome.
* Confidently recommend products and help customers find the perfect gift.
* Promote our exclusive loyalty card to boost customer savings and brand loyalty.
* Gift-wrap like a pro — ribbons, wrapping, and all the festive trimmings.
* Handle payments and transactions quickly and accurately.
* Keep the store looking magical — tidy, stocked, and sparkling.
What You’ll Bring
* A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine love for customer service.
* Resilience — you’ll be on your feet and in the thick of it!
* A team player who thrives in a busy, high-energy environment.
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and key holiday dates.
* A passion for perfume and a flair for sales.
What You’ll Get
* A fantastic Christmas Commission Scheme— your hard work pays off!
* 20% staff discount on products, plus exclusive customer offers.
* Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs.
* Round-the-clock wellbeing support from our partnership with RetailTrust.
* A supportive team and a chance to be part of something special this Christmas.
Location
Mall Kiosk, The Alhambra Shopping Centre, Cheapside, Barnsley, S70 1SB, United Kingdom
Equal Opportunity
The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Application Process & Encouragement
Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. We encourage you to apply for other roles that match your skills and interests.
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Hiring Journey
Online Application — Your journey starts with an online application via job boards or directly through The Perfume Shop careers site.
Initial Contact — A store manager will call to learn more about your experience and arrange an in-store interview if successful.
Interview Stage — We aim to be relaxed and welcoming to let the real you shine. Expect questions about customer service, teamwork, availability, and your passion for perfume, and possibly an interactive task such as:
* Designing and pitching your own perfume
* Showing off your present wrapping skills
* Group activity or workshop-style challenge
Decision & Offer — We aim to respond within 1-2 days. If successful, we’ll discuss the offer and your first day.
Onboarding — Training on perfume selection, a 20% staff discount from day one, opportunity to earn commission during the Christmas period, and flexible rota planning with wellbeing support.
Frequently Asked Questions
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