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Why The Works? We don't just sell products. We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. You sell the paint that turns someone into an artist.You provide the book that unleashes an inner author.You supply the games that help bring families together.You give someone the puzzle book that reconnects themwith a late family member's memory. You never know who someone will become. So with your passion, and our products, you will help ignite the spark within people, allowing them to unleash their creativity, find new passions, hobbies, or rekindle fond memories. The unseen possibilities are limitless, and it all starts with you. Our Perks Are 'The Works' ?? 25% Colleague Discount! - Plus, exclusive Double Discount days! ?? MyWorks - Access exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities deals, tech and more! ?? Holiday 28 days including bank holidays, or 33 days including bank holidays for Deputy and Store Managers. ? Can-Do Academy - Grow your skills and career with instant access to further training and development in areas that interest you. ?? Wagestream - Claim early access to 50% of your wages as you earn them for when life' happens! ? Share Scheme - Unleash your inner Monopoly mogul and own a piece of The Works! ?? 24/7 support for you and your family - Through our partnership with Retail Trust Charity, who provide an Employee Assistance Programme and so much more! ?? Healthcare Cash Plan To support your everyday healthcare costs. ?? And loads more! Long service awards, pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme and optional charity giving. Become a Retail Sales Assistant As a Retail Sales Assistant at The Works, you'll discover that this is not just a job. This is a mission to inspire people to read, learn, create and play! You'll be the heartbeat of our retail store by greeting customers with a warm smile and helping them leave happy and excited to unlock their imaginations. Your passion and enthusiasm for our brand and products will be contagious andmotivating. Our customers will wantto return, time and time again for more inspiration and products that satisfy their creative needs. Some of our colleagues are even BookTok influencers or Instagram creatives, crafting their latest shorts or stories with our in-store products - That's super cool with us! Our Culture The Works is an awesome place to... well, work! Our atmosphere is supportive, friendly, and inclusive. A second home-from-home where you can be your best and authentic?you. Our environment is always moving and full of energy, yet we still make space to share must-watch TV recommendations, and our favourite page-turners. Because even superheroes need some downtime to fuel their imaginations! We are one team. You won't find anyone too proud to roll up their sleeves here, with all hands-on-deck to inspire our customers and support each other. Skills / Behaviours That Will Set You Apart Genuine and authentic: Your positivity, creativity, and passion for our brand and products shine through. Talking to people is your superpower, and customers can't resist your helpful recommendations! Resilient champion: You can handle the fast-paced retail environment like a boss, juggling busy days, heavy deliveries, and customers with ease. You're the ultimate multitasking hero! Stock magician: You tackle the puzzle of sorting, pricing, and merchandising deliveries like a pro! Embrace the boxes; they've got nothing on you! Keyholder Responsibilities If you're over 18, you'll joinas a keyholder. Our Retail Sales Assistants support our Store Management team to keep the stores running like clockwork by opening, closing, and running the store when needed, (holidays, days off, sickness etc), but don't worry we'll train you to do this. Thereare alot of valuable skills to learn here that will benefit you in the future. You'll also receive our additional keyholding pay enhancement when holding keys. Under 18? That's cool.If you're under 18, you won't be able to complete keyholding duties just yet, but whenyou reach your 18th birthday, we'll get you set up fortraining so that you canearn the additional keyholding pay enhancement when on keyholder duties. Our Purpose To inspire reading, learning, creativity and play - making lives more fulfilled Our Values We are Crafty ? We are Caring ?? We are Can-do ?? We Listen. We Care Each year, we run an anonymous colleague engagement survey. This is so important for us to hear your feedback and suggestions. We want to know what's going great, and what needs a couple of tweaks to help make The Works the best place you've ever worked! You'll have opportunity to help give us that direction. Promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Applying Reasonable Adjustments. At The Works, we are proud to have an inclusive culture where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. Our roles are open to all, including under-represented groups such as ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, carers & members of the LGBTQ community (including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans, non-binary, or use another term). We are open to discussing part-time and flexible working and, where possible, will try to support this. If you need reasonable adjustments to apply for this role, please contact and we'll be happy to help!
Delivering moments that matter is what we truly take pride in at the Sofa Delivery Company, and as a 7.5 Tonne Driver you will be delighting our customers at the very last part of their journey, which undoubtedly leaves that all important lasting impression. Your day to day can vary from high rises to bungalows, recliners to footstools - you'll be delivering it all and having a laugh with your colleagues along the way! The good news is, you don't have to have any experience- As long as you have a 7.5T licence, Digi tacho card and a valid CPC, we can give you all the training you need! About The Sofa Delivery Company At The Sofa Delivery Company, we know that a sofa is one of the most meaningful things someone can buy. That's why we're on a mission to be the best two-person delivery company around, delivering great experiences to our customers that count. As part of the DFS group, we deliver for our group brands- DFS and Sofology. We're big believers that a great job is not just something you have, it's something you take pride in creating. You'll be working alongside team members who live for the challenge and variety of our roles. No day is the same with us, and that's the joy. Our colleagues are given the tools, training and support to make moments matter. We recognise and reward our people for going the extra mile, for our customers and each other. Whether you're in the warehouse, out on the road, or in a customer's home, at The Sofa Delivery Company, you'll deliver moments that matter. We're an equal opportunities employer and are passionate about building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We love to celebrate and encourage people to be their true selves. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital state, or disability status. Everyone is welcome! What you'll be doing Complete all deliveries into customers' homes in a safe and professional manner, without causing any damage to furniture or customers' property Communicate effectively with the customer prior to delivery to ensure that they know you're on your way to their address Ensure furniture is delivered to the room requested by the customer and that we do not leave them with any rubbish to dispose of Represent The Sofa Delivery Company values and those of our brand partners in everything that you do Work with your team and senior managers to provide feedback and continually improve the standards of service we offer Carry out daily inspections of allocated vehicle and equipment, informing the line manager of any defects/missing items immediately Comply with all driving laws as defined by the government and all company policies and procedures The role is for you if... You've got great people and time management skills You enjoy spending time with customers, responding to their questions and needs You're comfortable installing furniture in customers' homes - wherever that may be You take pride in your work and prioritise safety of yourself and those around you You like variety in your day and the occasional challenge You've got a dedicated work ethic and want to be recognised and rewarded for it You want to work in an environment where everyone is welcome and can have fun You want to work as part of a two person team You're happy to lift heavy furniture! You have a 7.5T Licence, Digi Tacho and CPC Card The Sofa Delivery Company Benefits A competitive salary and a quarterly bonus based on delivering outstanding customer service to our customers. Fantastic 4 on 4 off Shift Pattern- meaning more time to spend relaxing with your nearest and dearest! 30% colleague 15% friends & family discount across the Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell) Access to a wide range of perks, including amazing retailer and days out discounts We offer colleagues a wide range of wellbeing support and services to help maintain a happy and healthy mind, body and life Free, on-site, physio sessions Company Pension Scheme Group Sharesave Scheme Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave