Posted 4 days ago

Store Assistant - 12 Hours - Sweaty Betty

Sweaty Betty
Pay Estimated pay: £10.30-11.60 per hour

Location Cardiff
Contract time Part time

The Breakroom Take

6.7

Rated 6.7 out of 10, based on 32 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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  • Great team mates
  • People enjoy this job
  • Respectful managers
  • Proper breaks

About Sweaty Betty

Sweaty Betty is a retailer. They sell activewear for women.

Job description from Sweaty Betty

Current employees, please apply in Workday.

Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, as well as a rock-solid infrastructure, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing the following brands that comprise the ever expanding portfolio: Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Merrell, Saucony, Sweaty Betty and Wolverine. Wolverine World wide's continued success is driven by our ability to stay true to our simple mission: we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.

Our team members are the beating heart of all our stores across the world, bringing their contagious passion to work every day, and going above and beyond to ensure an amazing experience for every customer they meet. From the moment they enter the store to when they leave, you will be responsible for making sure our customers have an exceptional experience. Whether that’s helping them pick a new pair of shoes, or helping them style an outfit, your core responsibility is to ensure our consumers enjoy their time with us in store.


Key Responsibilities

  • Creating amazing experiences for our customers through offering authentic customer service that will leave a lasting impression.

  • Achieving sales targets and performance metrics.

  • Interact with our wonderful customers and educate them on our product, striving to build rapport and lasting relationships.

  • Store Standards -maintaining store standards, front and back, including visual merchandising, managing deliveries, maintaining stock replenishment, helping loss prevention and adhering to health & safety procedures.

  • Be responsible for cash management and adhere to all policy and procedures for security & health & safety and stock accuracy standards.

  • Encourage customer loyalty by discussing upcoming collection launches and obtaining customer data.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Flexible schedule and availability to work weekends and holidays

  • Retail sales experience is preferred, but not required

  • Passion for our brands and brand lifestyles

  • Excellent communication skills

  • A positive and professional attitude

  • Enthusiasm to learn and to share your product knowledge

  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, sales-driven atmosphere

US Candidates Only

  • Performing duties consistent with the Company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies

  • High School diploma or equivalent


Working Conditions

  • Retail environment

The Extras

  • Generous clothing allowance

  • Excellent training & development opportunities

  • Quarterly bonuses

  • 60% off all Sweaty Betty merchandise

  • 25 days holiday (pro-rated if working part-time)

  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme

  • Season Ticket Loan

  • Access to Retail Trust - advice & support tool

  • Dedicated budget to attend fitness classes (per store)

  • Access to Sample sales

  • Health Cash Plan benefit with Medicash available to all Sweaty Betty UK Employees (Following successfully passing probation)

  • Enhanced Family Leave policy

  • Cycle to work & Buzz bike scheme

Our DEI Commitment

We are working to create a culture and team that represents our mission of empowerment. We want to celebrate our diversity, embody inclusion and create an equitable business. This means doing more and working harder to make the long-lasting changes necessary. We care about our people, our community and world.

We want to stand up for what we believe in and give our people a platform to use their voice. To actively listen and learn from what they have to say. This involves focusing on learning, development, and progression across the business. Being clear on the responsibilities we hold each other and to our community. It also means being committed to equal employment opportunities. Ensuring we consider ALL applicants for jobs and working harder to make our job advertising more inclusive.

Our DEI mission is "to embed diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of our business. To create a culture of belonging that empowers everyone to be their best authentic self. We commit to celebrating different perspectives and to continuously learning, developing and challenging ourselves and our partners."

We know we're on a journey. And far from perfect. But we want to be a part of the solution to the problem. It might not be comfortable or straightforward. But if we weren't up for doing the hard work and breaking the mould, we wouldn't be Sweaty Betty. We are committed to working across our business and with our DEI committee & DEI Collective to be champions, allies and inclusive, always. Because when we say all, we mean it.

Job insights from Breakroom

Retail and sales assistants:

Sales assistants help customers and sell goods and services

What you’ll do as a retail and sales assistant:

  • Serve and advise customers
  • Take delivery of goods and stock
  • Arrange and display goods
  • Check for damaged or missing items
  • Handle customer payments, returns and refunds
  • Keep the store clean and tidy

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Dealing with customers
  • Standing
  • Wearing a uniform
  • Heavy lifting
  • Cleaning
  • Physical activities

Map

Cardiff

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What employees say

Pay

    Needs improving
  • Most people aren’t paid a living wage

    Do Sweaty Betty pay sales assistants enough to live on?

    Most people are not paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    90% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Good
  • Most people are paid market rates

    Do Sweaty Betty pay sales assistants market rates?

    Most people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    91% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get paid breaks

    Do sales assistants at Sweaty Betty get paid breaks?

    No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    90% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2023 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

  • Okay
  • Some people do unpaid extra work

    Do sales assistants at Sweaty Betty do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    60% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.

Hours and flexibility

    Okay
  • Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts

    How much notice do sales assistants get of their shift pattern at Sweaty Betty?

    Only some people get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.

    How we know this

    • 36% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
    • 0% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
    • 27% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
    • 36% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.

    This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t worry about their hours

    Do sales assistants at Sweaty Betty worry about hours?

    Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    How we know this

    73% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.

    A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.

    This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.

  • Good
  • Most people get a choice of shifts

    Do sales assistants at Sweaty Betty get to choose the shifts they work?

    Most people get enough choice over which shifts they work.

    How we know this

    80% report that their manager gives them enough choice over which shifts they work.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to book holiday

    How easy is it for sales assistants to book a holiday at Sweaty Betty?

    Some people find it hard to book holiday.

    How we know this

    50% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

  • Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick leave

    How easy is it for sales assistants to take sick leave at Sweaty Betty?

    Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    70% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do sales assistants at Sweaty Betty get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    82% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed

    Is it stressful for sales assistants to work at Sweaty Betty?

    Some people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    40% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do sales assistants at Sweaty Betty recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    36% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get enough training

    Do sales assistants get enough training when they start at Sweaty Betty?

    Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Needs improving
  • Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening

    Do sales assistants think Sweaty Betty head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    90% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Okay
  • Only some people feel well informed by head office

    Do sales assistants feel well informed about how Sweaty Betty is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    55% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

Find out more about working at Sweaty Betty

What Sweaty Betty employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    Working remote

    Worst thing

    The hours, the pay, the weekend shifts, the fact we only get Christmas Day and New years off. The systems are awful and inefficient. Compared to other customer service jobs, tickets are graded very strictly and the set up for the CRM is grossly inefficient and a nightmare for neurodivergent people

    3.7

    Customer service advisor at Sweaty Betty, December 2024

  • Best thing

    Great team, good people and mostly nice clients

    Worst thing

    People high up making decisions have no clue.

    8.8

    Sales assistant at Sweaty Betty, June 2024

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  • Best thing

    It's not easy but isn't overly stressful like hospitality jobs

    Worst thing

    Head office doesn't give proper information or enough time before they take action for floor moves or sale.

    8.4

    Supervisor at Sweaty Betty, March 2023

  • Best thing

    Great team
    Uniform allowance

    Worst thing

    Low pay.
    Difficult to earn decent bonus
    Bad contracted hours. Should have the option of an 8/4 hour contract. Not just 4

    8.2

    Sales assistant at Sweaty Betty, September 2022

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