Christmas Temp - Sales Advisor

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JOB TITLE: Sales Advisor LOCATION: Cheltenham CONTRACT: Part Time, Temporary, starting November. CONTRACT END DATE: 3rd January 2027 HOURS: 12 hours over Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, 4 hours per day. PAY RATE: £11.60 - £12.96 🎄 Join the Apricot team this Christmas! 🎄 We’re looking for friendly and enthusiastic Christmas Temporary Sales Advisor to join our retail team for the festive season. As a Christmas Temporary Sales Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of our customer experience during one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year. You’ll help customers find the perfect pieces, share your product knowledge and create a welcoming environment that makes every customer feel valued. You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative store team, helping to keep the store looking its best while contributing to our sales and overall store performance. Please note: This role requires availability throughout the Christmas period and may not be suitable for those returning home for the university holidays. What you’ll be doing Providing a friendly and welcoming experience to every customer Helping customers find products that suit their individual needs and style Developing and maintaining strong product knowledge Supporting the team to achieve sales targets and contribute to store performance Taking ownership of your responsibilities and completing tasks to a high standard Keeping the shop floor well presented and maintaining our brand standards Supporting with deliveries, replenishment, stock takes and other store operations Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across the store, including the stockroom and back-of-house areas Following all company policies and operational procedures, including health and safety requirements Taking part in training and development opportunities to build your knowledge and skills Working collaboratively with your colleagues and supporting the wider store team What we’re looking for You don’t need to have previous fashion retail experience — what matters most is your attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We’re looking for someone who is: Passionate about delivering great customer service Interested in fashion and our brand Friendly, approachable and confident when interacting with customers A positive and supportive team player Motivated and willing to learn Flexible and adaptable Organised and able to manage multiple tasks Reliable and takes pride in their work Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in their work and wants to help create a great experience for every customer during the busy Christmas season. Why join Apricot? Whether you’re looking to gain your first retail experience, build your existing skills or earn some extra money over the Christmas period, this is a great opportunity to join the Apricot team and gain valuable experience in fashion retail. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, please let us know. We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. We’d love to hear from you – good luck!