At a Glance
- Tasks: Create an unforgettable shopping experience and represent the brand with pride.
- Company: Join the vibrant Footasylum team in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Benefits: Earn £8.00 - £12.71 per hour plus a 30% staff discount.
- Other info: Enjoy structured training and clear career pathways from Sales Assistant to Supervisor.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team that celebrates individuality and creativity.
- Qualifications: Outgoing, confident, and passionate about sneakers and streetwear.
Sales Assistant (Full-Time)
Location: Carlisle
Contract: 37.5 hours per week
Flexibility: Monday–Sunday (rotating shifts)
Pay: £8.00 - £12.71 per hour + 30% staff discount
Ready to join the FA team and DEFY ORDINARY? Apply now and bring your A-game. As a Sales Assistant, you’re the vibe of our store. You don’t just sell products, you represent them. You know what’s trending, what’s next, and how to make every customer feel seen. We’re looking for people with real energy, big personality, and a love for showing up and showing out for our guests. Your mission? Create a next‑level shopping experience. Be helpful, be bold, and always go the extra mile. We’re here to set the standard on the high street and you’re a huge part of that.
Why join the Footasylum squad? This is your moment to DEFY ORDINARY and deliver a premium, standout experience to everyone who steps into our store. Show up with energy, bring the knowledge, rep the brand with pride, and help customers own their style with confidence. We’ll give you the space, the support, and the spotlight to shine.
What you’ll do:
- Style the full fit: Ask smart questions, read the vibe, and build complete looks – kicks, layers, accessories, care kits. No half fits here.
- Know the product, know the culture: Learn every silhouette, the tech behind the performance, fabrics, weather durability, and care. From heritage drops to new heat – you’ll be trained to be a FOOTASYLUM Brand Ambassador.
- Host the hype: Own launch days, exclusive drops, styling sessions, and in‑store activations. If it’s happening, you’re leading the energy.
- Chase the win: Drive sales, hit KPIs, build baskets, and celebrate team wins. Progress > perfection.
- Keep it premium: Visuals on point. Stock locked in. The store always looking fresh, clean, and ready for the next fit check.
About you:
- Outgoing, confident, and approachable – you love starting conversations and building connections.
- Obsessed with sneakers and streetwear and curious to learn more.
- Flexible for evenings/weekends and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment.
- Team player with a growth mindset – open to feedback and eager to develop.
What you’ll get:
- Pay transparency: £8.00 – £12.71 per hour.
- 30% staff discount across Footasylum & Sevenstore.
- Structured training in product expertise, styling, and demo labs.
- Clear career pathways from Sales Assistant to Supervisor.
- Wellbeing support and an inclusive culture where individuality is celebrated.
Diversity: We recognise and value the importance of diversity to help make sure we have lots of different perspectives when we are providing services to our colleagues and customers. We know that this will help us build a great service, which our customers will love. Diversity for us is also, importantly, about building happy teams full of people that want to learn and want to be inspired by each other and our different experiences. Footasylum is an equal opportunities employer. Please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments that need to be made prior to you attending an interview.
Sales Assistant Retail · Carlisle Store employer: Merry Hill Group
At Footasylum, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions individuality and growth. Our Carlisle store offers a vibrant work culture where your passion for sneakers and streetwear can shine, alongside structured training and clear career pathways to advance from Sales Assistant to Supervisor. With a generous staff discount and a commitment to diversity and wellbeing, you'll find a supportive environment that encourages you to bring your A-game every day.
