Travis Perkins plc
Store Assistant
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Store Assistant
What You’ll Do
Store Assistant in Edinburgh Seafield
- Hours: 10 hours per week
- Location Requirements: Candidates must live locally and be able to easily commute to the store.
- Operating Hours: Must be available to manage starts from 7:00 AM and finishes by 8:00 PM.
at Toolstation, we’re not just looking for what you can bring to us today – we’re focused on helping you grow with us. Many of our managers started as Store Assistants and now run their own stores or oversee operations.
If you're after a fast-paced role with an employee-focused retailer who’s passionate about making customers happy, this could be the perfect fit for you!
More Than Just a Store Job
- Customer service: Be the friendly face of Toolstation, helping customers find what they need.
- Deliveries and logistics: Hands-on work including delivering items and warehouse tasks.
- Stocking and warehouse duties: Unpack stock, keep shelves organised, and prepare orders.
- Customer interaction: Be prepared for early mornings or late finishes (work environment can range from hot summers to chilly winters).
- Team collaboration: Committed to delivering excellent service, willingness to learn and adapt.
Experience:
- No retail experience required. We will train you.
Key Responsibilities
- Handling orders & deliveries: Get hands-on with deliveries, unpack stock, maintain store cleanliness, and prepare orders.
- Customer service: Provide outstanding support, whether assisting with customer enquiries or maintaining efficiency during busy periods.
- Engaging with customers: Show genuine interest in customers’ projects to help them find the right solutions.
- Promoting and selling: Be proactive in selling Toolstation Club and Trade Accounts to customers, highlighting the benefits of membership and discounts.
- Customer growth strategy: Ensure customers experience great deals and competitive prices through club membership.
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What You’ll Bring
Must-Have Qualities
- Personality: A warm, friendly demeanour to help maintain high store standards and foster a positive team environment.
- Reliability: Commitment to attending work when required, with flexibility and strong team support.
- Attitude: Energy and enthusiasm, letting your personality shine in the role.
What You’ll Get
Why Join Us?
At Toolstation, we offer a supportive career environment where your growth is in your hands. You can move up the ladder, explore various roles across the business, or explore opportunities with the wider Travis Perkins Group. We provide training and development, including access to:
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- Toolstation Academy
- Apprenticeship programmes
Benefits
- Time Off: 22 days holiday + all bank holidays.
- Financial Perks:
- Company pension scheme and life assurance.
- Bonus scheme and cycle to work programme.
- Save and buy as you earn.
- Discounts: 20% off across all Travis Perkins Group companies.
- Wellbeing Support:
- Access to Aviva Digicare+ for health and wellbeing.
- Financial education, support, and recognition awards.
- Shopping Advantages: Discounts at over 1,000 retailers.
The company:
- Toolstation is one of the UK’s fastest-growing multi-channel retailers of tools, building accessories, and supplies. As part of Travis Perkins plc, we serve trade professionals, DIY enthusiasts, and self-builders. Growth and diversity within our company mean exciting opportunities for ambitious individuals.
How to Apply
- Next Steps: For more information or to apply, visit www.toolstationjobs.com or click ‘Apply’.
Our Commitment: Toolstation aims to hire the best-qualified candidates and offers equal opportunity for advancement, without discrimination towards gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.
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