At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome customers, assist with stock, and ensure a great shopping experience.
- Company: Join Screwfix, the go-to for tradespeople with a fun and supportive team.
- Benefits: Earn up to £13.48/hour, enjoy 28 days leave, and get discounts at Screwfix and B&Q.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, excellent training, and opportunities for career growth await you!
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team, learn new skills, and kickstart your career in retail.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 13.48 - 13.48 £ per hour.
Up to £13.48 per hour
Part Time (11.5 and 17.25 hours) - Fixed
Everything we do starts with the people we serve. We’re proud to be the traders behind the tradespeople: the nuts and bolts behind the job, always ready to save the day (or at least the project). From power tools to workwear, cables to pipe fittings, we offer over 60,000 products across 900+ stores – and that’s not to mention our industry-leading digital services. Join Screwfix and be part of a team of experts who get the job done quickly, affordably, and always with a smile. You’ll be at the core of Screwfix, making sure our customers are the heart of everything we do. You’ll take your time to really get to know them whilst delivering genuinely great service. Our Retail Assistants are vital to the running of a store, so you’ll always be kept busy. And with the help of our excellent training programmes and varied shift patterns to support a healthy work-life balance, you’ll be on the right track for a promising career with us!
Opening hours: Monday - Friday (7am to 8pm), Saturday (7am to 6pm), Sunday (9am to 4pm)
Key responsibilities
- Host – you’ll welcome customers into your store, understand what they need, guide them to the right products, and make it super easy for them
- Warehouse standards – you’ll assist with deliveries, maintaining product stock, collecting customer orders and keeping standards high
- Part of the team – you’ll join a team who take pride in their store, work together and have lots of fun along the way!
Required skills & experience
- Amazing at giving great service, with a positive can-do, no-nonsense approach
- Prepared to work hard and make the most of our training
- A great communicator who loves to help people
- Willing to learn, you don’t need retail experience to succeed
- Friendly, flexible, reliable, honest and enthusiastic!
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
- Joining Screwfix means joining a growing team – full of support, opportunities, and fun!
- We offer a competitive salary
- 28 days annual leave (including an allowance for Bank Holidays). Increasing with length of service, up to a maximum of 33 days annual leave.
- Award-winning company pension scheme - up to 14% Kingfisher contribution!
- Life cover
- 20% discount with Screwfix and B&Q
- Discounted healthcare
- Company share save schemes
- Excellent training and ongoing development, we’ll also help you be the best you can be.
Be yourself at Screwfix
We all do better when we’re celebrated for who we are. Which is why a warm, equal and inclusive culture is integral to our culture at Screwfix. Our Employee Inclusion Network, 'Us', helps colleagues to share ideas and work collaboratively in pursuit of a fairer, more diverse workplace.
Applying online is simple.
Fill in some basic details and upload your most recent CV. If you’re applying for a S.A. you’ll also need to complete a Situational Judgement Test. Interview prior to your interview, we recommend a thorough read of our careers page and even a trip to your local Trade Counter, to learn as much about us as possible. Your interview will consist of competency-based questions, and a chat about your experience, knowledge of Screwfix and the role you’ve applied for. Interviews may be held on the phone or over video chat, followed by a visit to store to meet the team. Offer if we think we’re a good match, we’ll make you an official offer. Once you’ve accepted and we’ve completed the pre-employment checks, you’ll receive your shiny new contract.
Retail Assistant in Gravesend employer: Screwfix Direct Ltd
Screwfix Direct Ltd. is an excellent employer that prioritises employee growth and work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those looking to thrive in a retail environment. With a strong emphasis on training and career progression, employees benefit from competitive pay, generous leave, and comprehensive healthcare options, all while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.
