Smyths Toys
About The Role
Smyths Toys are coming to a town near you. Are you looking for a new challenge and want to be part of an expanding business, filled with fun & exciting opportunities? Come and join our team of superheroes, as we are on the search to recruit our next generation of Sales Assistants, for Smyths Toys Superstores!
We are opening a new store at the Darlington Retail Park, Yarm Road, Darlington, DL1 4PU on the 25th September 2025, and will be holding a Recruitment Day on the 19th August 2025.
Rates of pay:
Under 21: £10.25 per hour, 21 and over: £12.50 per hour
Responsibilities
1. Provide a high level of customer service
2. Ascertain customers’ needs and wants
3. Work as part of a fast paced and dynamic team
4. Keep the store clean and tidy
5. Pack shelves and merchandise
6. Work delivery and complete price changes
7. Work on the tills
8. Learn about and keep up to date with our products in order to help customers
The Ideal Candidate
Retail experience in the following areas is highly desirable, but not essential:
9. Outdoor/Bikes
10. Nursery
11. Software & Gaming
12. Backdoor/Warehouse
Our stores are open 7 days a week so we need our Sales Assistants to be as flexible as possible.
As you will be joining one of our new stores, you will be expected to work increased hours in order to complete your training prior to your official store opening.
Initially, you will be hired on a temporary basis to give you the opportunity to see if you enjoy this fast paced world of retail.
Benefits
13. A benefits package inclusive of: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Life Assurance Cover Employee Assistance Programme In-store discount Company Maternity and Paternity Payments Special Life-Event Gifts Length of Service Awards