Store Assistant - Preston

Inter IKEA Systems B.V.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

15% IKEA discount

Life Assurance

iBenefits – Rewards & discounts

Free healthy meals

Job summary

IKEA Preston is recruiting a Store Assistant to welcome customers, assist on the shop floor, operate checkouts and support fulfilment in our small, fast-paced store. You will be part of a team delivering a great shopping experience.

We offer an October 2026 start date, 24 hours per week over 4 days (including evenings and some weekends), with a £13.45 hourly rate and a range of benefits such as discounts and life assurance. A proactive, customer-first attitude is key.

Qualifications

• Able to multitask effectively, manage your own workload and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to use your initiative, analyse the shop floor and decide priorities with the customer at the heart of the operation.
• Bring a strong customer-first mindset, enjoying varied daily tasks and making customers feel valued.
• Retail or customer service experience is helpful, but a proactive, hands‑on attitude is just as important.
• Confident using computers and technology to support day‑to‑day tasks.
• Highly organised and detail‑oriented, able to prioritise work and stay composed in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Adopt a flexible approach to working, being part of a store team to take responsibility for all areas of the small store.
• Interact with guests and promote products to align with their needs to create a memorable shopping experience.
• Support maximising sales by ensuring all areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked and well presented.
• Some products may involve heavy lifting and use of pump trucks and trolleys to move stock safely.

Skills

Customer service

Multitask

Teamwork

Computers

Job description

\"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.\"

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.

We are recruiting for a Store Assistant to join our team at IKEA Preston, PR1 6QY.

Bring your energy to our small, fast‑paced store team, where no two days are the same! You’ll play a key role across the store, from welcoming customers and picking orders to operating checkouts and assisting customers on the shop floor with their questions. If you enjoy a role where you get to do it all, we want to hear from you!

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be: October 2026


• Hourly rate of £13.45 per hour.


• 24 hours weekly working over 4 days, including days, evenings and alternative weekends. Thursday is essential availability for this role.


• Working hours are between 8:45am to 8pm.


• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.


• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.


• iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal.


• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit and hot/cold drinks.

...as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Able to multitask effectively, manage your own workload, and work collaboratively as part of a team.


• Ability to use your initiative, analyse the shop floor and decide priorities with the customer at the heart of the operation.


• Bring a strong customer-first mindset, enjoying varied daily tasks and making customers feel valued.


• Retail or customer service experience is helpful, but a proactive, hands‑on attitude is just as important.


• Confident using computers and technology to support day‑to‑day tasks.


• Highly organised and detail‑oriented, able to prioritise work and stay composed in a fast‑paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• You will adopt a flexible approach to working, being part of a store team to take responsibility for all areas of the small store. This will include customer facing roles and fulfilment.


• You will use the IKEA vision of a better everyday life at home and prioritise the customer experience by interacting with guests and promoting products to align with their needs to create a memorable shopping experience.


• Support maximising sales by ensuring all areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.


• You may carry out manual handling and heavy lifting of various stock. Using pump trucks and trolleys to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.


• Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co‑workers.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and be valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an on-demand video interview.


• Candidates successful until this point will be invited by email to attend a live virtual interview with a member of the recruitment team.


• Final stage candidates will be invited to the store to meet with the store manager and to do a tour of the store.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.