Store Assistant

Hiring Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: Aldi Retail Store

Location: Ashford, Canterbury Road

Pay Rate: £13.50 – £14.47 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Flexible 10–30 hours per week

About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, our core mission is bridging the gap between exceptional workers and fantastic local employers. We guide you seamlessly through the recruitment process and ensure you are fully backed every step of the way.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting a Store Assistant for the bustling retail store on Canterbury Road, Ashford.

In store operations, no two days are alike. As a Store Assistant, you are at the very heart of the store, ensuring everything runs smoothly from morning until night. Whether you're welcoming customers, working the tills, or keeping shelves impeccably stocked, your contribution is vital to creating an exceptional shopping experience.

Detailed Key Responsibilities

Customer Care: Provide friendly, fast, and efficient customer service to everyone who walks through the doors.
Merchandising & Stocking: Quickly restock shelves, monitor product quality, and maintain high visual presentation standards across the store.
Till Operations: Handle cash and card transactions accurately and promptly on a fast-moving checkout line.
Teamwork: Work closely with store colleagues to support a fast-paced, collaborative, and friendly team environment.

Skills & Requirements

Approachable & Supportive: A friendly demeanor with a natural readiness to help both customers and teammates.
Active Work Ethic: Hardworking and comfortable being physically active on your feet throughout your shift.
Adaptable: Reliable, flexible, and equipped with a resilient "can-do" mindset.
Numerical Confidence: Comfortable managing basic numbers and operating tills.
Experience Level: Retail experience is a bonus, but not essential—your positive attitude matters most!
Transport Readiness: Shifts can start as early as 6:00 AM and finish as late as 10:00 PM. Please ensure you have dependable transport to and from the Ashford, Canterbury Road store for these hours.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Pay Scale: Starting between £13.50 and £14.47 per hour, with regular pay increases linked to your time with the business.
Flexible Scheduling: Contracts ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week to match your lifestyle.
Generous Holiday Allowance: 28 days of paid annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
Health & Wellbeing: Access to an online wellness portal, lifestyle discounts (including gym memberships and entertainment), and a supportive work environment.
Family Leave Support: 26 weeks of full pay following 1 year of continuous service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave.
Career Development: Comprehensive training and ongoing guidance to help you build a long-term retail career.