Retail Assistant (43089)

Holland Barrett; Bedford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 28 days incl bank

Holiday purchase scheme

24/7 Virtual GP

Health testing kit after 6 months

Employee assistance programme

Pension (auto-enrolment)

Life assurance (2x salary)

Colleague discount 25% in store &

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Holland & Barrett in Bedford is hiring a Retail Assistant on a 12-week fixed-term contract. The role is 8 hours per week at £13.17 per hour, with training to build product knowledge and trusted guidance for customers seeking wellness products.

You will welcome customers, help them choose products for their wellness goals, and maintain store presentation while supporting promotions and digital tools. A collaborative, friendly team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering friendly, helpful service to customers.
• Strong communication and listening skills to understand customer needs.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and help them find products aligned with wellness goals.
• Recommend products and solutions with confidence while maintaining high service standards.
• Keep shelves stocked and displays tidy to a high standard.
• Support promotions and store presentation and ensure operational excellence.
• Collaborate with teammates to achieve store goals and deliver a positive shopping experience.
• Engage with customers using a consultative approach and guide them to in-store or online options.
• Complete training to build product knowledge and provide trusted guidance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

Tablets

Job description

Silver Street, Bedford 12 Week Fixed-Term Contract | 8 hours per week £13.17 per hour At Holland & Barrett, we're more than a retailer, we're trusted partners in helping people make health and wellness a way of life. As a Retail Assistant, you'll play an important role in creating welcoming, inspiring experiences for every customer who walks through our doors. Whether you're already passionate about wellbeing or simply curious to learn more, we'll give you the training, support and opportunities to build your knowledge and make a real difference every day.

What you'll be doing

• Welcoming customers and helping them find the right products for their individual wellness goals.
• Recommending products and solutions with confidence while delivering outstanding customer service.
• Keeping shelves fully stocked and merchandising displays to a high standard.
• Supporting promotions, maintaining store presentation and ensuring excellent operational standards.
• Working collaboratively with your team to achieve store goals and create a positive shopping experience.
• Use a consultative approach to understand customers' needs and recommend the right products, whether available in store or online.
• Completing our Qualified to Advise training to build your product knowledge and provide trusted guidance.

What you'll bring

• A genuine passion for helping people and delivering great customer experiences.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable style.
• Curiosity about health and wellness, with a willingness to learn.
• The ability to stay organised, work as part of a team and adapt in a busy retail environment.
• Confidence using technology, including tablets and digital tools.

Benefits

• 28 days' holiday, including bank holidays.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 24/7 Virtual GP access.
• Annual free at-home health testing kit (after 6 months' service).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Workplace pension (auto-enrolment applies).
• Life assurance (2x salary after 6 months' service).
• £/€50 colleague product allowance on Holland & Barrett products (after 6 months' service).
• 25% colleague discount in store and online.
• Access to cashback and discounts from a wide range of retailers.
• Free Wellhub membership, with discounted access to gyms, studios and wellbeing apps.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Please note that vacancies may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

About Holland & Barrett

For over 150 years, Holland & Barrett has been helping people take positive steps towards better health and wellbeing. Today, we're proud to be one of Europe's leading health and wellness retailers, combining trusted expertise with evidence-led products and advice to support everybody on their unique wellness journey.

Inclusion & accessibility statement

At Holland & Barrett, we believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we'll be happy to support you.

We use an online interview process designed to help every candidate showcase their strengths. The process is backed by AI but managed by humans.