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Team Member - Metro Centre Gateshead (N121506)
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Team Member - Metro Centre Gateshead (N121506)
Sales Team Member – Forthcoming Shift Opportunities
Shifts Available
- Sun 11:00–14:00 (8.25 hours per week)
- Sat 13:30–19:00 (8.25 hours per week)
About the Role
As a Sales Team Member at Next, you’ll play an essential role in delivering outstanding customer service and efficient stock operations. In return, we’re committed to investing in your growth and development from day one, with flexible working options available.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need to:
- Embrace a fast-paced retail environment, offering fast and friendly service to customers.
- Engage with customers passionately, providing expert guidance on our high-quality products.
- Work across all store areas: sales floors, stockrooms, and delivery processing.
- Take ownership of your development, continually improving your skills and performance.
Our rewards extend beyond the workplace with generous benefits (listed below).
About You
We’re looking for individuals who:
- Have a strong customer focus, always seeking ways to help.
- Are friendly, calm, and efficient, even during peak hours.
- Embrace the challenge of a dynamic job with variety.
- Are flexible, supportive, and willing to go above and beyond.
Right to Work in the UK All applicants will be required to confirm their eligibility to work in the UK in line with Home Office guidance.
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Note on Sponsorship This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the Home Office scheme.
Benefits Next rewards ambition with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Exclusive discounts on:
- 25% off NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap, and Victoria’s Secret products (*subject to purchases made via NEXT).
- 10% off partner brands and up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
- Employee Wardrobe Allowance: Up to 60% off a styled work wardrobe (applies to those with a minimum 6-week contract).
- Early Sale Access for VIP customers.
- 3,500+ Retail Deals via the Next staff benefits platform.
- Public discounts through Staff Shops.
- Shared Option Scheme (sharesave) and workplace financial wellness support:
- Discounted health plans (personal/family access).
- Financial wellbeing tools to save, budget, and improve financial health.
- Apprenticeships available at our UK stores (qualification pathway).
- Direct-to-Work Discounts: Same-day collection at work or partner stores.
- Support Networks: Peer groups tailored to employee demographics.
- Wellbeing Support:
- Access to furtherdigital for digital GP and health resources.
- Wellhub app offering discounted gym memberships, fitness classes, and mental health support.
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Application Process
To apply, you’ll need to:
- Complete an online assessment featuring:
- A Working with Numbers test.
- A Retail Scenarios assessment.
- Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview to discuss your fit for the role.
Note: Previous candidates with unsuccessful online assessments within the last 6 months are ineligible to reapply.
Further Support For any workplace adjustments, email careers@next.co.uk (include “Workplace Adjustments” in the subject line) or call 0116 479 2223 (open Mon–Thu 9am–5pm, Fri 9am–4.45pm, Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 9am–4pm).
About Next
A UK-based FTSE 100 retailer, Next leads the fashion market with the country’s second-largest fashion portfolio and dominance in Kidswear (market-leading). Our offerings expand globally via 450+ stores and an international online platform. Growth is supported through innovation and a dedication to equipping team members to excel.
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