Seasonal Sales Assistant

Footasylum; Presteigne; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Training & development

Wellbeing & inclusion

Festive retail experience

Job summary

Footasylum is seeking a Seasonal Sales Assistant for the Merry Hill store. This part-time seasonal role runs for seven weeks with 8 hours per week, starting Sunday 15 November 2026 and ending 2 January 2027.

You will help create a memorable shopping experience, assist customers with product choices, and contribute to festive targets. Expect rotating shifts Monday–Sunday, with a 30% staff discount and development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Style complete fits – Help customers discover products they'll love, from the latest footwear to clothing and accessories.
• Support festive shopping – Make gift buying easy with product recommendations and expert advice.
• Know your product – Learn the brands, trends and stories behind the products so you can confidently support every customer.
• Bring the atmosphere – Support key trading events including Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.
• Deliver results – Contribute to store targets, build customer confidence and celebrate team success.
• Keep standards high – Make sure the store looks great, stock is organised and customers always feel welcome.

Job description

Seasonal Sales Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Merry Hill Store

Contract: Seasonal Festive Temp (7 weeks) | 8 hours per week

Flexibility: Monday - Sunday (rotating shifts)

Pay: £8.00 - £12.71 per hour + 30% staff discount

Start Date: Sunday 15th November 2026

End Date: Saturday 2nd January 2027

Be Part of the Festive Rush. The store's busy, the energy's high, and customers are looking for the latest drops, fresh fits and the perfect gifts. That's where you come in.

The Role

As a Seasonal Sales Assistant, you'll help create a shopping experience that keeps customers coming back.

• Style complete fits – Help customers discover products they'll love, from the latest footwear to clothing and accessories.
• Support festive shopping – Make gift buying easy with product recommendations and expert advice.
• Know your product – Learn the brands, trends and stories behind the products so you can confidently support every customer.
• Bring the atmosphere – Support key trading events including Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.
• Deliver results – Contribute to store targets, build customer confidence and celebrate team success.
• Keep standards high – Make sure the store looks great, stock is organised and customers always feel welcome.

Why Footasylum?

• 30% staff discount across Footasylum & Sevenstore
• Training and development to build your product knowledge and retail skills
• Wellbeing support and an inclusive culture where individuality is celebrated
• Valuable retail experience during the busiest and most exciting time of the year

At Footasylum, we're rooted in fashion, inspired by sport and driven by community. We show up where our customers are, speak their language, and stay connected to the culture that matters most. If that sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

We are one of the UK’s leading omni channel retailers, but as well as that, we’re a genuinely great place to work. We value you and your development. Our people across the business have taken on new opportunities, whether that’s stepping into a new role, moving into a different department, or building new skills through the support and training we offer. Our goal is to create a fun, supportive environment where your success matters just as much as ours, and where you have the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to achieve your goals.

Company Tagline

Defy Ordinary.

Company Values

Footasylum is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Recruitment Process

• Quick online application (no CV required)
• Group retail experience to showcase your customer service and product knowledge
• Offer within 72 hours
• Induction and training begins Sunday 15th November 2026

Please bring your Right to Work documentation to your interview.

Under 18s: Due to working regulations, colleagues under 18 cannot work past 10pm. Some stores may operate extended festive trading hours.