Temporary Seasonal Sales Assistant

Lush Ltd.; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading cosmetics retailer in Wakefield is seeking a Temporary Seasonal Sales Assistant. You'll provide a fun shopping experience, manage stock, and support in-store events. The ideal candidate has a passion for customer service and teamwork. This part-time role offers a competitive hourly rate, training opportunities, and employee benefits including product discounts and a pension scheme.

Benefits

50% discount on products

Profit-based bonus

Pension scheme

Paid day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Positive collaboration with colleagues.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and create a welcoming store environment.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with product knowledge.
• Assist in hosting in-store events.
• Maintain a clean and visually appealing shop floor.
• Support sales targets creatively.

Skills

Customer Experience

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Overview

In this role, you'll be the face of the store, welcoming customers and providing a fun, engaging shopping experience. You'll use your product knowledge to offer personalised recommendations, perform product demonstrations, and hand out tailored samples. Working closely with your team, you'll help drive sales and create memorable in-store events.

You’ll also manage stock, ensure the shop floor looks its best, and adapt displays to seasonal trends. With flexible shifts, a competitive hourly rate based on the Living Wage, and opportunities for bonuses, you'll be well-supported through training and development to grow your skills.

Key Information

• Hours available: 8-12 hours per week
• Application Deadline: 14/10/25
• Interview Date: 21st October / 22nd October (all candidates must be free for a group interview on those dates at the Wakefield Store, after hours 6-8pm)
• Training: 27th October
• Start Date: 3rd November
• Location: Wakefield

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and create a welcoming store environment.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs, provide personalized recommendations, and offer product demonstrations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by using in-depth product knowledge and offering tailored samples.
• Assist in hosting in-store events, providing a memorable and inclusive experience for customers.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and visually appealing shop floor.
• Support the store\'s sales targets by promoting products creatively and working as part of a team to exceed goals.
• Manage stock levels efficiently, ensuring shelves are well-stocked and ready for customers.
• Actively control store costs, such as product waste, to help meet the shop\'s budget.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.
• Collaborate with the team to foster an inclusive, respectful working environment, contributing to the overall customer experience.
• Work on in-store and external events to leave lasting impressions on customers.

Skills and Experience

• Customer Experience: A true passion for delivering exceptional customer service, inspiring the team to radiate positivity and create memorable experiences.
• Teamwork: Positive collaboration with colleagues to achieve goals and nurture continuous team growth.
• Communication: Strong communication to keep information flowing openly and respectfully across the store and with nearby stores.

Department and Role Details

• Temporary Seasonal Sales Assistant
• Application Deadline: 14 October 2025
• Department: Retail
• Employment Type: Seasonal - Part Time
• Location: Wakefield
• Reporting To: Joseph Rawlinson
• Compensation: £12.60 / hour

Benefits

• Holiday allowance
• 50% discount on Lush products and spa treatments
• Profit-based bonus
• Complimentary spa treatment
• Pension scheme
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted rail and bus season tickets
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working
• Tailored gender-affirming care

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