Store Assistant - Dundee

"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself."

• Locations

  • Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Dundee, United Kingdom

• Employment Types

  • Permanent co-worker

• Department

  Sales & Commercial

• Full/Part Times

  • Part Time

Candidate profile (text) - Default language We are recruiting for a Store Assistant to join our team at IKEA Dundee, DD3 8RX.

Bring your energy to our small, fast‑paced store team, where no two days are the same! You’ll play a key role across the store, from welcoming customers and picking orders to operating checkouts and assisting customers on the shop floor with their questions. If you enjoy a role where you get to do it all, we want to hear from you!

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be: 18th November 2026
• Hourly rate of £13.45 per hour.
• 32 hours weekly working over 5 days and three in four weekends.
• 20 hours weekly working over 4 days and three in four weekends.
• Working hours are between 8:30am to 8pm.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal.
• First Day Of School Paid Leave for Parents.

...as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Able to multitask effectively, manage your own workload, and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to use your initiative, analyse the shop floor and decide priorities with the customer at the heart of the operation.
• Bring a strong customer-first mindset, enjoying varied daily tasks and making customers feel valued.
• Retail or customer service experience is helpful, but a proactive, hands-on attitude is just as important.
• Confident using computers and technology to support day-to-day tasks.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to prioritise work and stay composed in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• You will adopt a flexible approach to working, being part of a store team to take responsibility for all areas of the small store. This will include customer facing roles and fulfilment.
• You will use the IKEA vision of a better everyday life at home and prioritise the customer experience by interacting with guests and promoting products to align with their needs to create a memorable shopping experience.
• Support maximising sales by ensuring all areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.
• You may carry out manual handling and heavy lifting of various stock. Using pump trucks and trolleys to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.
• Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co-workers.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and be valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an on-demand video interview.
• Candidates successful until this point will be invited by email to attend a live virtual interview with a member of the recruitment team.
• Final stage candidates will be invited to the store to meet with the store manager and to do a tour of the store.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

For any advice or support, email me at [email protected] and I will be happy to help!

Why you will love us

From the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers.

At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together.

Our vision, “to create a better everyday life for the many people” inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA.

What we all have in common

• Living our values
• Being your unique self, while respecting and including others
• A passion for home furnishing
• Performing & delivering while learning & developing
• Having fun!