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Team Member - Metro Centre Gateshead (N121507)
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Team Member - Metro Centre Gateshead (N121507)
Sales Team Member (Assistant/Customer/Shop/Associate/Consultant)
SHIFTS AVAILABLE 10.25 hours per week:
- Sunday: 11:30 - 17:00
- Saturday: 13:45 - 19:00
Flexible working options are available.
About the Role
Your purpose is to deliver outstanding customer service and excellent stock operations within a fast-paced retail environment. We’ll support you with development opportunities right from day one.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide fast, friendly service to help customers find the perfect products.
- Share expertise and passion for Next’s product range.
- Work across all store areas including:
- Sales floors
- Stockrooms
- Delivery processing
- Drive personal development in the role.
About You
To succeed as a Sales Team Member, you should be:
- A communicator who always looks for ways to help customers.
- Friendly, calm, and efficient—even under pressure.
- Excited by a varied, fast-paced job with challenges.
- Flexible and supportive, ready to go the extra mile.
Key Requirements
In line with UK Home Office guidance, you’ll need to:
- Prove your right to work in the UK before starting.
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Note on sponsorship: This role typically does not qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Candidates should ensure their own right to work before applying without Next’s sponsorship.
What’s Next in Your Application?
- Online assessments (not required if you’ve taken one via Next in the last 6 months):
- Working with Numbers Assessment
- Retail Scenarios Assessment
- Top candidates will be shortlisted for a virtual interview.
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About Next
Next is a FTSE-100 fashion retailer, the UK’s 2nd largest and market leader in kidswear. With 450+ stores, Next operates both online (available in 80+ countries) across the group.
Why Join Us?
Extend your benefits with our platform: performance-based rewards and tailored perks.
Staff Perks & Allowances:
- 25% off select brands:*
- NEXT titles
- Lipsy, MADE, Gap*, Victoria’s Secret* (purchases made via Next)
- 10% off partner brands (+15% off Branded Beauty)
- 60% discounted allowances toward a working wardrobe (6+ week contracts)
- Early VIP sale access
- 3,500+ retail partners with app access
- Hassle-free staff shops with negotiated discounts
- Sharesave scheme for financial growth
- Holistic employee support:
- Free digital GP services
- Free health & wellbeing schemes
- Discounted family health plans
- Life assurance
- Earn and learn: Apprenticeships* (England stores only)
- Private deals through Direct to Work (_free delivery of store-selected items)
- Access to support networks and Wellhub (gym memberships, wellness plans)
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*Apprenticeships only available in England *Conditions apply—some incentives are non-cash and subject to change.
Inclusivity & Support
We commit to making the process accessible for all. If you require adjustments during recruitment or face challenges due to disability, let us know by:
- Email: careers@next.co.uk (subject: “Workplace Adjustments”)
- Phone: +44 0116 479 2223 (lines open Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 9am–4pm).
Exclusions apply to bank holidays.
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