Arcadia Group
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Arcadia Group Ltd. is a British multinational retailing company who owns a number of high street clothing retailers
About jobs at Arcadia Group
Pay
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The job sometimes spills into unpaid time
Do jobs at Arcadia Group spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
How we know this
45% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2021 and May 2023.
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
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Arcadia Group?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 40% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 40% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 20% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2021 and May 2023.
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.
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at Arcadia Group worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
67% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2021 and May 2023.
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.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Arcadia Group workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
36% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2021 and May 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Arcadia Group workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
Needs improving
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Shifts get changed at short notice
Do Arcadia Group managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
70% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2021 and May 2023.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
Workplace
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Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Arcadia Group?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
78% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2021 and May 2023.
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.
Pay ranges at Arcadia Group
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£8.71-10.00 per hour
Arcadia Group job reviews
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Best thing
Loved the customers side off my job allways .
seeing the end resultWorst thing
Not being adell to finish the job I loved doing
Report this reviewSales advisor at Arcadia Group, February 2021
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Best thing
All the people on my shift are lovely, there is always chance for overtime or flex down/holiday.
Worst thing
Sometimes it can cause a little stress and it can be hard to get a contract.
Report this reviewWarehouse operative at Arcadia Group, November 2020
Handy to know
How much notice do people get of their shifts?
Based on 10 Arcadia Group employees