RETAIL ASSISTANT

PRIMARK; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Folkestone is looking for a passionate Retail Assistant to provide exceptional customer service. This part-time role requires flexibility with shifts, including weekends. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in fashion. Enjoy competitive pay and a variety of employee perks in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible shifts

Generous pension scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Generous holiday allowance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating amazing customer experiences.
• Strong communicator who listens and shares ideas.
• Organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with sizes, styles, purchases, or returns.
• Maintain a tidy and attractive shop floor.
• Process transactions quickly and effectively.
• Receive and manage new deliveries efficiently.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player attitude

Interest in fashion

Job description

Location: Primark Folkestone

Pay rate: £12.48

Employment type: Temporary (Until 03/01/26)

Job type: Part time only

Contracted hours: 8 per week

Shift pattern: Varied shifts including mornings, afternoons, and evenings on weekends only – all will be discussed at interview.

BECAUSE OPPORTUNITIES ARE ENDLESS

Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. We help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high standards and care around here. And if that sounds like you – join us as a Retail Assistant.

Because you matter

People are at the heart of what we do, so it's essential that we provide you with the right environment for you to perform at your best. We offer benefits that put YOU first.

• Salary: We offer a very competitive salary.
• Balance: Enjoy flexibility with accommodating shifts.
• Pension: Secure your future with a generous pension scheme.
• Discounts: Use your employee discount in any store.
• Support: Explore our wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programmes.
• Holiday: Enjoy generous holidays, based on your hours.
• Development: Careers pathways are available to help you reach the next level.

What you’ll do

As a Retail Assistant you’ll be making customers’ day, every day. Here’s a taste of what that looks like in action.

• Providing customers with an amazing experience as you assist them with things like sizes or styles, purchases or returns.
• Setting up a good‑looking shop floor with full shelves, tidy fitting rooms, and a sales floor that showcases all the latest fashions.
• Delivering a fast and friendly experience at till points, processing queries, voids and returns.
• Receiving, unpacking and checking off new deliveries. Getting our products onto the sales floor, making sure they are correctly priced – all while ensuring everything meets our high standards.

What you’ll bring

• You’re passionate about people and creating an amazing experience.
• You’re honest, a strong communicator who can also listen, share ideas and get involved where needed.
• You’re organised and have excellent attention to detail.
• You’re a team player with high levels of motivation, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• You’re interested in fashion and the latest styles and trends.

Excited? Great!

THIS IS RETAIL OUR WAY! APPLY NOW!

Our fashion isn’t one-size‑fits-all and neither is our culture. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.

If you require extra support at any stage of the selection process, please get in touch with our team at [e-mail].

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