Full Time Fishkeeping Sales Assistant (Maternity Cover) - Brigg

Maidenhead Aquatics; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet retail store is seeking a Fishkeeping Sales Assistant to cover maternity leave on a six-month contract. The role involves providing excellent livestock care, engaging with customers, and ensuring high standards of store presentation. The ideal candidate should have a passion for fishkeeping and experience in customer service. The position requires effective teamwork and a positive attitude while working in a retail environment. Working hours include weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in fishkeeping or retail.
• Ability to communicate with customers of varying experience levels.
• Enthusiastic and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent standards of livestock care and store presentation.
• Greet customers in a friendly manner.
• Communicate fishkeeping knowledge clearly to customers.
• Work efficiently as part of a team.
• Complete sales accurately.
• Organize stock on shelves.
• Be self-motivated and positive.

Skills

Fishkeeping knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Organization

Job description

Overview

Full Time Fishkeeping Sales Assistant (Maternity Cover) - Brigg At Yorkshire & the Humber Application deadline 1st March 2026

Store: Maidenhead Aquatics Brigg Brigg Garden Centre Bigby High Road Brigg DN20 9HE

Our fantastic Brigg store is looking for a new team member to cover maternity leave on a six‑month contract

What are the working hours?

The position is for a 5‑day week (including weekends and bank holidays)

The working hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:15 am to 5:45 pm and Sundays from 9:45 am to 4:45 pm

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in all areas of fishkeeping, with some previous experience and an enthusiasm for the hobby. The role involves aiding in the day‑to‑day maintenance of the store including caring for the wide variety of livestock and serving customers. High standards of customer service are important to our business, and applicants should be enthusiastic and professional.

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.

What does the role involve?

• Deliver excellent standards of livestock care and store presentation.
• Greet 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.
• Work efficiently as part of a team in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Complete sales correctly and efficiently, ensuring customers leave the store fully satisfied.
• Put out and organise stock neatly on the shelves and make sure it's correctly priced and available.
• Be self‑motivated, positive and organised.
• Be reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic to learn.

Applications for the attention of the store manager:

It is essential that you include how long you have been keeping fish and a summary of your fishkeeping experience in your cover letter to be considered for the position.

Please fill in the form below to submit your application. After submission a member of the team will be in touch.

Thank you! Your application has been sent to the store for consideration.