Casual Fishkeeping Sales Assistant - Gosforth and Ponteland

Maidenhead Aquatics; Newcastle upon Tyne, Ponteland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading aquatic retail company is seeking a Casual Fishkeeping Sales Assistant for their Gosforth and Ponteland stores. The role involves maintaining store standards, caring for livestock, and delivering exceptional customer service. Candidates should possess a genuine interest and knowledge in fishkeeping, be self-motivated, and eager to work as part of a team. This casual role requires flexibility to travel between stores and provides an opportunity to engage with customers and support their fishkeeping needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aquatics and fishkeeping preferred.
• Self-motivated and positive individual.
• Strong commitment to customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the store and care for various livestock.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Communicate fishkeeping knowledge to customers.

Skills

Interest in fishkeeping

Customer service

Marine fishkeeping knowledge

Job description

Overview

Casual Fishkeeping Sales Assistant - Gosforth and Ponteland

At North East Application deadline 31st December 2025

Store: Maidenhead Aquatics Gosforth Gosforth Garden Centre Great Lime Road Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 5EP

Our brilliant Gosforth and Ponteland stores are looking to expand their team.

What are the working hours/days?

This role is a casual role when needed. You will be needed to travel between our Gosforth and Ponteland stores as part of the role.

Who are we looking for?

• The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in all areas of fishkeeping, with some previous experience in aquatics and fishkeeping, an enthusiasm for the hobby, and a strong commitment to customer service.
• They should be self-motivated, positive, and organised, as well as hardworking and enthusiastic to learn.
• The person we are looking for should be a positive, practical individual who is keen to be part of a strong, happy team of staff who enjoy working in their vocational career.
• The ideal candidate will have Marine fishkeeping knowledge

What does the role involve?

• Aiding in the day-to-day maintenance of the store, including caring for the wide variety of livestock that we carry and serving customers.
• Delivery of excellent standards of livestock care and store presentation.
• Greeting and welcoming all our customers in an articulate, approachable, and friendly manner to maintain our high standards of customer care
• Communicate your fishkeeping knowledge clearly to customers with varying levels of experience and maintain our policy of responsible fishkeeping.
• Working efficiently as part of a team in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Completing sales correctly and efficiently ensures customers leave the store fully satisfied.
• Getting merchandise out onto the shop floor, organising stock neatly on the shelves and making sure it's correctly priced and available.

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