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March 18, 2021
Pros
Friendly colleagues, flexible working and opportunity to learn
Cons
Low wage and you need to get your holidays in early
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March 18, 2021
Reviewed by: Retail Sales Assistant in Bury, North West England, England (Former Employee)
December 2, 2021
Pros
Good team spirit Good opportunity for growth
Cons
Some of the downsides included constant changing of timetable.
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December 2, 2021
Reviewed by: Visual Assistant in Dublin, Dublin (Former Employee)
December 9, 2020
Pros
I got to work with people from all walks of life and ages. I felt always part of the team and their was a strong feeling of camaraderie. I gained a lot of experience working across multiple departments which made me be fully flexible and adaptable.
Cons
There is not much opportunity to grow or hands on training that enables you to move up the ladder.
There is not much opportunity to grow or hands on training that enables you to move up the ladder. Read More
December 9, 2020
Reviewed by: Sales Advisor in Folkestone, England (Former Employee)
April 27, 2021
Pros
Good job opportunities in the past
Cons
Going into liquidation & closing down
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April 27, 2021
Reviewed by: Visual/Merchandising Supervisor in Manchester, England (Current Employee)
May 15, 2022
Pros
Good place to work temporarily. Offers experience in retail environment.
Cons
Little opportunity for growth. Often long shifts. Salary is not generous.
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May 15, 2022
Reviewed by: Anonymous (Anonymous Employee)
January 13, 2021
Pros
Great team Opportunity to grow Great company
Cons
None that I can think of
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January 13, 2021
Reviewed by: Supervisor in Glasgow, Scotland (Current Employee)
November 23, 2021
Pros
Great business with opportunities to develop.
Cons
Stores are now closed. Web based only.
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November 23, 2021
Reviewed by: Store Manager in Canterbury, England (Former Employee)
April 11, 2021
Pros
Good place to work, opportunity of overtime, friendly team, rewards and incentives
Cons
Only part time, had to meet targets
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April 11, 2021
Reviewed by: Sales Advisor in Scarborough, England (Former Employee)
December 22, 2020
Pros
Collaborative Great People Friendly Opportunity for growth
Cons
Behind the times Slow Moving Lots of tiers of management
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December 22, 2020
Reviewed by: Buyer in Colchester, England (Former Employee)
March 22, 2021
Pros
Great People to work with
Cons
Limited promotional opportunities due to being an old hierarchical business
Limited promotional opportunities due to being an old hierarchical business Read More
March 22, 2021
Reviewed by: Senior Assistant Buyer (Former Employee)
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