Customer Assistant

Department

York Commercial Ltd

Salary

£26,084.01 per year, reduced pro-rata for part time working

Grade

Not applicable

Contract status

Open

Hours of work

Part-time

Based at

University of York campus

Posted Date

24/04/2026

Apply by

07/05/2026

Job Reference

14998

Documents

• Job Description 14998.pdf (PDF, 449.28kb)
  
  

Role Description

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Retail Assistant to work in one of our Nisa stores based at the University of York. You will work as part of a team to offer a friendly, knowledgeable and efficient retail service.

Your duties will include assisting on the shop floor helping customers find products they are looking for and answering any queries which they may have. You will also serve on the checkout ensuring customers shopping is processed, packed and paid for without unnecessary delays. Ensure licensing laws, age related product legislation and health and safety procedures are adhered to at all times.

You will have first class communication skills, experience of working within the retail sector and have the ability to work as part of a team.

The following hours of work are available and your preferences will be discussed at interview should your application be shortlisted:

• 1x 10 hours per week
• 1x 16 hours per week
• 1x 20 hours per week
  
  

The salary offered is £13.52 per hour.

YCL has a fantastic rewards package available including;

• 38 days annual leave, including 8 statutory public holidays pro rata
• Concession rates at York Sport Village and Centre
• Company pension scheme and work place pension scheme
• Discount scheme with local and national retailers, restaurants and tradesmen
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, childcare vouchers and campus nursery
• 10% off at campus Nisa Supermarkets
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Uniform provided
  
  

Take a look at YCLs Career webpages to find out more about YCL, what we do and what we offer.

York Commercial Ltd. (YCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of York. The Head Office is situated at the University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD. The successful candidate will be appointed on YCL terms and conditions of employment.

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.

#EqualityatYork

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