Joules Sales Assistant - Meadowhall (N80111)
Victoria's Secret
Estimated pay: £9.50-10.51 per hour
Sheffield, Yorkshire
Full time, part time
The Breakroom Take
- Pays all ages fairly
- Recommended by students
- Proper breaks
About Victoria's Secret
Victorias' Secret is a lingerie, nightwear and fragrance retailer.
Job description from Victoria's Secret
SHIFTS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR: 8hrs p/w; Tue 17:15 - 21:15; Fri 17:15 - 21:15
The grass is greener…at Joules!
We have an eye for detail. We care and we challenge. We are creative and commercial, passionate and practical. We are flexible and generous. We inspire hard work and lead with kindness. We have big ambitions and are never afraid to give it some welly.
Step into a role as a Sales Assistant working in one of our retail stores, where you will create an amazing shopping experience. You will combine your expert understanding of the Joules products with a friendly, welcoming approach to provide exceptional customer service within the store.
Flexible working options are available.
What we are looking for:
As a Sales Assistant, you will be the face of Joules, where you will focus your energy on understanding the store targets and deliverables and creating a shopping experience that delivers to our customers’ needs and is unique to the Joules brand. You are keen to work as part of a team and you play your part in ensuring the retail operational standards both on the shop floor and back of house are maintained at all times. Whatever the task, you’re passionate about doing it better and realising your retail potential along the way.
We’ve packed each of our stores with character from the outside in, by choosing the most eccentric British buildings we can find, and from the inside out by stocking them with colourful characters who share our approach to style.
Still not sure if the grass is greener?
As a company that values its people as its biggest asset, we want to look after ours so that they feel at home. So we put together a package of financial rewards and wellbeing benefits to help you achieve your perfect balance of work and play.
To find out more about our benefits see below.
This is a truly great time to be part of an inspirational and passionate team here at Joules – so if you do not want to miss out on being part of something special - click ‘Apply Now' below.
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
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What employees say
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people aren’t paid a living wage
Do Victoria's Secret pay sales assistants enough to live on?
Most people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
100% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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 £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Needs improving
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Most people are paid below market rates
Do Victoria's Secret pay sales assistants market rates?
Most people are paid less than average for their job.
How we know this
76% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
96% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Victoria's Secret pay sales assistants sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
100% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
41% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do sales assistants get of their shift pattern at Victoria's Secret?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 62% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 31% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 7% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
38% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
Okay
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
55% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for sales assistants at Victoria's Secret to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
65% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 2024.
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.
Okay
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Can be hard to book holiday
How easy is it for sales assistants to book a holiday at Victoria's Secret?
Some people find it hard to book holiday.
How we know this
59% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
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Shifts can get changed at short notice
Do Victoria's Secret managers change sales assistants shifts at short notice?
Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
65% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 2024.
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.
Needs improving
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Most people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for sales assistants to take sick leave at Victoria's Secret?
Most people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
68% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
Needs improving
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People work a lot more hours than their contract
Do sales assistants work the same number they are contracted for at Victoria's Secret?
Most people work a lot more hours than their contact..
How we know this
75% of people report working 8 hours or more than their contract.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, you should expect to work about the same number of hours that your contract guarantees you, most of the time.
It’s useful to pick up or drop a few shifts here and there, but if you often work a lot more hours every week than you’re contracted for, a good job should guarantee them.
This means you’re more likely to know when you’ll be working and how much you’ll earn in advance.
Good
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Most students say it’s good
Is sales assistants at Victoria's Secret job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
67% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
44% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2022 and January 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
Good
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Most people get proper breaks
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
85% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful for sales assistants to work at Victoria's Secret?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
90% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
55% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 2024.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do sales assistants at Victoria's Secret recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
62% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
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Only some people get enough training
Do sales assistants get enough training when they start at Victoria's Secret?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
54% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are sales assistants given support to progress at Victoria's Secret?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 72% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do sales assistants think Victoria's Secret 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
88% 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 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do sales assistants feel well informed about how Victoria's Secret is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
61% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and April 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.
What Victoria's Secret employees say about their job
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Best thing
discount
Worst thing
having to wait your turn to leave after shift, no break unless u work over 7 hours, uniform
Victoria's Secret Sales assistant, December 2023
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Best thing
The customers, friendly hard-working colleagues. Nice products to sell. When/if you are trained it is thorough and the daily rallies are nice.
Worst thing
Terrible company to work for. Constant issues with pay - the latest being that all hourly wage staff being underpaid and told not to contact HR. Being told the business is not making enough money but seeing they are buying business. No proper rewards system for employees or staff. The only way to feel a reward is to spend your own money. Really bad hours, sometimes working until 3am for floor sets or stocktake. Managers having aggression towards new untrained staff, calling them useless. Unprofessional demeanour from management. Constantly staying late. Nobody having a backbone to report negative feedback to the company or standing up for their rights. Under 18’s not having breaks or staying past 11pm. Understaffed and people constantly quitting without notice putting undue pressure on employees. Company not allowing management to advertise new roles. Employees having fear of higher management.
Victoria's Secret Sales associate, January 2023
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