Toys R Us & Babies R Us SA is hiring a Retail Store Person for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Johannesburg, Gauteng starting 01 September 2026. Includes formal, nationally registered training and practical workplace experience. Requires a valid Matric Certificate and customer service passion. Permanent opportunity potential.
📍 Role Overview
- Company: Toys R Us & Babies R Us South Africa
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Department / Function: Sales / Retail Operations
- Experience Level: Entry Level / Not Applicable (Great for recent Matriculants)
- Contract Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Commencing 01 September 2026)
- Posted Date: 07 August 2026
- Closing Date: 21 August 2026
🎯 Purpose of the Role
Are you ready to bring your “Kinda MAGIC” to one of South Africa’s most loved retail brands? Toys R Us & Babies R Us is offering a structured 6-month contract opportunity designed to kickstart your career. This role blends hands-on retail workplace experience with formal, nationally registered training—giving you the skills, confidence, and customer service expertise to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. Upon successful completion, top performers may be considered for permanent positions based on business needs.
🔑 Key Learning & Work Responsibilities
Customer Experience & Sales
- Customer Service: Greet shoppers enthusiastically and assist parents, children, and gift-buyers in finding the right toys, baby gear, and nursery essentials.
- Product Knowledge: Learn product features across various toy and baby care categories to offer helpful advice and recommendations.
- Floor Assistance: Keep the sales floor welcoming, active, and accessible to deliver a memorable shopping experience.
Merchandising & Store Operations
- Stock Merchandising: Assist with shelf stocking, product pricing, and creating visually appealing promotional displays.
- Store Upkeep: Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized retail floor and stockroom environment.
- Formal Training: Actively participate in and complete all assigned modules for the nationally registered retail training program.
✅ Minimum Requirements
- Education: Valid Matric Certificate or recent tertiary qualification (Essential).
- Experience: No prior work experience required—open to entry-level candidates and recent school leavers.
- Availability: Must be ready to start the 6-month contract on 01 September 2026.
🧠 Core Competencies & Attributes
- Positive Mindset: Vibrant, energetic personality with a genuine willingness to learn.
- Customer Focus: A natural passion for helping people and delivering exceptional service.
- Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with store colleagues and floor managers.
- Reliability: Punctual, dependable, and capable of handling busy retail shifts (including weekends/holidays).
🌟 What Toys R Us & Babies R Us Offers
- Nationally Recognized Qualification: Earn formal training credentials while working on the job.
- Career Growth: Pathway to potential permanent employment based on performance and store vacancies.
- Fun Environment: Work in a dynamic, high-energy environment built around family, play, and joy.