Overview
Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant. Fixed Term Contract – ending on 31st December 2025.
4 hour contract. There is often potential for seasonal colleagues to move to permanent roles after the initial festive contract.
Why The Works?
We don’t just sell products. We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. You sell the paint that turns someone into an artist. You provide the book that unleashes an inner author. You supply the games that help bring families together. You give someone the puzzle book that reconnects them with a late family member’s memory. The unseen possibilities are limitless, and it all starts with you.
Perks
* 🎅 25% Colleague Discount – Helping you save on holiday purchases.
* 🎄 My Works – Exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utility deals, tech and more.
* 🎁 Can-Do Academy – Instant access to courses and training in areas that interest you.
* ⛄ Stream – Access to 50% of your wages as you earn them for life events.
* 💙 24/7 support for you and your family via Retail Trust Employee Assistance Programme.
Role and Responsibilities
Become a Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant. You will join during peak period to welcome customers, deliver friendly service and inspire them to read, learn, create or play. You may manage deliveries, handle stock, and support the store operations. The role can be physically demanding, including stairs and heavy stock, with support from the team.
Culture and Mission
The Works is a supportive, friendly, inclusive place to work. We are one team, ready to roll up our sleeves and inspire customers and colleague collaboration. Our mission is to inspire reading, learning, creativity and play.
Your Festive Mission
* Excite and delight customers through friendly service and product engagement.
* Loyalty ambassador, helping customers enjoy a well-spent Christmas and value for money.
* Merchandising: follow planograms and, when possible, creatively merchandise in non-planogrammed spaces.
* Deliveries: manage heavy deliveries, price and label products, and maintain stockrooms.
* Have fun, be authentic, and connect with the brand, colleagues, and customers.
Skills / Behaviours
* Genuine, positive, and customer-focused; strong communication.
* Resilient in a fast-paced retail environment; capable multitasking.
* Stock management and merchandising aptitude.
Our Values
We are Crafty, Caring, and Can-do. We strive for diversity, inclusion and reasonable adjustments. We welcome discussions on working hours and flexible arrangements. If you need interview adjustments, let us know in your application.
Roles and Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Sales and Business Development
* Industries: Retail
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