Sales Assistant

Shoe Zone; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading footwear retailer in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a part-time Sales Assistant on a permanent basis. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment and requires flexibility in availability. Candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm for customer service and possess teamwork skills. Benefits include up to 33 days of holiday, discounts on products, and opportunities for career progression. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £7,315.00 to £8,931.62 per year.

Benefits

Holidays starting at 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years

Profit Share Scheme

25% discount on all products

Birthday Holiday

Opportunities for progression and development

Workplace pension including life cover

Emotional support services

Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm and passion for helping people.
• Motivation to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Work in a busy and fast-paced environment.
• Undertake key-holding duties if required.

Skills

Hands-on ability

Team player

Flexible availability

Job description

Sales Assistant

Shoe Zone

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 1BH

7315.00 - 8931.62 £ per year

Permanent, Part time, NEW

We are looking for a Sales Assistant to join our team based in Hemel Hempstead. You will join us on a Part Time, Permanent basis and receive a competitive salary dependent on age. After being with the Company for 3 years you will be on the national minimum wage for 21+ year olds regardless of your age. You will also receive career development opportunities and great benefits.

This position requires 14 hours a week. Flexibility is required and the core rota is subject to change based on the needs of the business.

In return you will receive a competitive salary, pro-rated between £7,315.00 to £8,931.62 per annum (Full Time Equivalent £19,593.75 to £23,923.96) depending on your age.

Us

We are a town centre, retail park and digital footwear retailer, offering low price and high‑quality footwear for the whole family, with free next day delivery on all orders, seven days a week. We operate from 270 stores and have approximately 2,200 employees across the UK.

Our store portfolio consists of 72 town centre stores, 155 hybrid town centre stores and 45 larger retail park stores which also stock additional brands such as Skechers, Hush Puppies and Kickers.

shoezone.com stocks online exclusive footwear, combined with our store network and marketplaces, ensuring a full multi‑channel offering for great customer service.

During an average year we sell 14.5 million pairs of shoes at an average retail price of £13.

The Sales Assistant role

We train and develop all Sales Assistants to give the knowledge, confidence and skills to be the best they can. We look for a genuine enthusiasm and passion for helping people, motivation to learn and develop. Hands on with the ability to hit the ground running.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Working in a busy and fast‑paced environment
• You may be asked to undertake key‑holding duties

What we’re looking for

• Hands on with the ability to hit the ground running
• An all‑around team player with a can‑do attitude
• Flexible and be able to support the store (availability will be discussed at interview)

Benefits you'll receive

• Holidays starting at 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years service
• Profit Share Scheme
• 25% discount on all our product range
• Birthday Holiday
• Opportunities for progression and development
• Workplace pension including life cover
• Access to services of the Retail Trust for emotional support, grants, legal and financial advice

If you haven’t heard from us 4 weeks after submitting your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.

If you have the skills and experience required to become our Sales Assistant, please click 'apply' today or go directly into the store to register your interest. We would love to hear from you!