Sales Assistant – Uxbridge

Smyths Toys

Smyths Toys is one of the worlds largest specialty retailers of childrens toys. We operate both online, and via our physical retail stores, with hundreds of stores spread across Europe and the UK. We source our product range from an extensive array of UK, European, and international suppliers.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and the only thing that matters to us is your ability to do this role. Are you up for the challenge? Then please apply online today!

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 &amp 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 Cowley Retail Park, UB8 2TE, Uxbridge London on the 25th July 2024 , and will be holding an Assessment Centre on the 12th June 2024.

Rates of pay:

Under 21: £9.40 per hour, 21 and over: £12.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service
• Ascertain customers’ needs and wants
• Work as part of a fast paced and dynamic team
• Keep the store clean and tidy
• Pack shelves and merchandise
• Work delivery and complete price changes
• Work on the tills
• 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:

• Outdoor/Bikes
• Nursery
• Software &amp Gaming
• 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

• A benefits package inclusive of:
• 4 weeks annual leave rising according to length of service
• 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

Smyths Toys is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract

Pay: £9.40-£12.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 19/06/2024