Seasonal Sales Assistant

FOOTASYLUM; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 11,021,000 - 17,509,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30% staff discount

Job summary

Footasylum Meadowhall is seeking Seasonal Sales Assistants for a festive period. This part-time role runs for 7 weeks with 8 hours per week, offering rotating shifts from Monday to Sunday. Pay ranges from £8.00 to £12.71 per hour plus a 30% staff discount.

Start date is 15th November 2026 and end date is 2nd January 2027. You’ll help customers find the latest drops, build outfits, and deliver a friendly, energetic experience that aligns with youth culture and our brand.

Qualifications

• Seasonal Festive Temp role: 7 weeks.
• Customer-focused and confident in a busy retail environment.
• Interest in trainers, streetwear and youth culture.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Style complete fits: help customers discover products they'll love.
• Support festive shopping with product recommendations and advice.
• Know brands, trends and stories behind products to confidently assist customers.
• Deliver results by contributing to store targets and keeping the store inviting and well-organised.
• Create a welcoming atmosphere and deliver great customer experiences during the busy season.

Job description

Seasonal Sales Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Meadowhall 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.

We're looking for Seasonal Sales Assistants who live and breathe trainers, streetwear and youth culture. People who love connecting with customers, know what's trending, and aren't afraid to bring personality to the shop floor.

You’ll help customers discover new brands, build complete fits, and leave feeling good about what they've bought and where they've bought it.

If you're confident, customer-focused and ready to be part of the busiest season of the year, we'd love to hear from you.

• 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.

Diversity

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.

Under 18s

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