What You'll Do
Store Assistant in Romford
20 hours per week
We are looking for candidates who live locally and can easily commute to our store. Our stores are open from 7 AM to 8 PM, so you must be able to manage early starts and late finishes.
At Toolstation, we're not just looking for what you can bring to us today – we’re focused on helping you grow with us. Many of our managers started out on the shop floor and now run their own stores or oversee operations.
If you're after a fast-paced role with an employee-focused retailer that’s passionate about making customers happy, this could be the perfect fit for you!
This is more than just a store job! You’ll be the friendly face of Toolstation, helping customers find what they need, but you'll also be hands-on with deliveries, warehouse tasks, and stocking shelves. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves! It can get hot in summer and chilly in winter, but if you care about doing a good job and providing great customer service, you’ll fit right in.
This position involves supporting colleagues to deliver a great customer experience. While retail experience is not essential, some experience as a key holder or supervising team members is preferred.
Get stuck in:
* Handle deliveries, unpack stock, keep the store clean, and prepare orders.
* Hard work and a positive attitude are more important than experience.
Provide outstanding service:
* Engage with customers and stay efficient during busy times to ensure a great experience.
Ask the right questions:
* Show genuine interest in customers' projects to help them find everything they need.
Be Proactive:
* Promote Toolstation Club and Trade Accounts, signing customers up for deals and competitive prices.
Keyholder responsibility:
* Open and close the store, assign daily tasks, and provide supervisory cover when needed.
What You'll Bring
* A friendly personality: Help maintain high store standards and create an enjoyable workplace.
* Reliability: Be dependable and flexible to support your team and customers.
* Accountability: Take charge when needed and step up in leadership roles.
* Your best self: Bring energy, enthusiasm, and let your personality shine.
What You'll Get
Why Join Us?
At Toolstation, your career is in your hands. Opportunities for advancement, role exploration, and internal growth are supported through training, including our Toolstation Academy and Apprenticeship programmes.
Benefits include:
* 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays
* Company pension scheme and life assurance
* Bonus scheme and cycle to work program
* Save and buy as you earn options
* 20% discount across all Travis Perkins companies
* Financial education, support, and recognition awards
* Health and wellbeing support with Aviva Digicare +
* Discounts at over 1,000 retailers
About Toolstation
We’re one of the UK’s fastest-growing multi-channel retailers of tools, accessories, and building supplies. As part of the Travis Perkins plc family, we’re trusted by trade professionals, DIY enthusiasts, and self-builders alike. Our store expansion and diverse group offer exciting growth opportunities for ambitious individuals.
To apply
Interested? Visit www.toolstationjobs.com or simply click 'apply'.
We are committed to equal opportunity employment, promoting diversity, and providing training and advancement opportunities for all employees without discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.
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