Seasonal Sales Assistant
Dunelm · Carlisle, PA · 1 mo ago
SalesTemporary
Pay
16–17 years old: £8.00 per hour. 18+ years old: £12.71 per hour.
Schedule
Seasonal position lasting until 13 February 2027. 8 hours per week.
About the role
Every visit to our store is a chance to make someone’s day – and you’ll be right there to make sure it happens, from the first hello to the final thank you. Our Sales Assistants are the foundation of our stores: a brilliant team at the heart of everything we do. With a focus on creating great experiences, they’re the first to lend a helping hand, always ready to offer support and guidance. Whether it’s finding the perfect item or offering a little inspiration, they make sure every customer leaves with exactly what they came for, and a lasting impression that brings them back time and time again.
Responsibilities
- Customer obsessed – consistently consider the impact of your actions on the customer experience, and strive to deliver joyful experiences in the most effective and thoughtful way
- Tills – offering a friendly and efficient checkout experience; checking everything’s complete and packing fragile items with care so every shopper leaves confident their items will arrive home safely and in perfect condition
- Shop floor – helping shoppers find exactly what they’re looking for (and maybe even something they didn’t know they needed); offering friendly, knowledgeable support that leaves a lasting impression and builds loyalty
- Hosting – when something isn’t available on the shelves, placing orders via iPad for home delivery so no one leaves empty-handed; trained to deliver the Made to Measure service for bespoke curtains and blinds; styling key areas such as bedding displays to inspire customers
- Stock & delivery – taking in deliveries, checking stock, replenishing the shop floor, heavy lifting, updating pricing, recovering the store after busy periods, and keeping displays looking their best while ensuring everything is easy to find, well-presented, and ready to go
Requirements
- Customer obsessed – you put customers first in every interaction
- Enjoy contributing to a welcoming environment that feels like home, for colleagues and customers
- Bring a sociable nature and enthusiasm to a fast-paced retail environment, where energy and passion help create lasting impressions and meaningful moments
- Support colleagues across the store and work together to create a smooth, enjoyable experience for everyone, ensuring everything runs efficiently with the customer in mind at every step