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RETAIL ASSISTANT
Retail Assistant – Primark, Gateshead
Company Description
Location: Primark Gateshead Metro Centre Pay rate: £13.00 per hour Employment type: Permanent Job type: Part time Contracted hours: 24 hours per week Shift pattern: Fully flexible across 4 days out of 7, including:
- Sunday: 10:30–17:00
- Weekdays: 14:30–21:00
- Saturday: 13:30–20:00
At Primark, we do things our way. We help customers stay ahead of fashion trends while keeping prices affordable. Our values are built on passion, high standards, and care. If that’s you, join our team today!
About the Role
We believe everyone deserves a supportive environment where they can thrive. Our packages reflect that commitment:
- Salary: Very competitive at £13.00/hour
- Flexibility: Accommodating shifts tailored to you.
- Pension: Generous scheme for long-term security.
- Discounts: Employee discount in any store.
- Wellbeing: Initiatives and employee assistance programs.
- Holidays: Generous leave based on hours worked.
- Opportunity: Career growth through development pathways.
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Responsibilities
As a Retail Assistant, your role is to deliver outstanding experiences—every single day. Key tasks include:
- Assisting customers with sizes, styles, purchases, and returns.
- Maintaining a visually appealing shop floor—shelves stocked, fitting rooms tidy, and displays showcasing the latest fashions.
- Ensuring smooth transactions at till points, handling queries, voids, and returns efficiently.
- Receiving and unpacking deliveries, checking product conditions, and presenting them to the sales floor—always meeting high standards.
- Supporting backstock operations while upholding proper pricing and merchandising standards.
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Requirements
We’re looking for someone driven and passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences. Bring these qualities:
- A customer-first mindset with a genuine desire to delight.
- Honesty, strong communication, and active listening—plus enthusiasm for collaboration.
- Organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Team spirit with high motivation, positivity, and willingness to learn.
- An interest in fashion—staying ahead of trends matters to us!
Culture
Our fashion doesn’t fit everyone—and neither does our workplace. Primark is committed to equal opportunity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Need support? Contact our team: [email-protected].
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