Finding a job is not an easy task, however, when it comes to working in retail the best way is to simply look in the store window.

In Burton town centre there are lots of jobs on offer, especially with Christmas just around the corner with bosses hoping their stores will be heaving with shoppers wanting to find that perfect gift.

The Burton Mail has made it even simpler and took a trip into the town centre to find out what roles are currently available right now.

Here is what we found:

Home Bargains - Burton Place shopping centre

Bosses are looking for a part-time and weekend store assistant with various hours available. The duties will include operating the till, handling cash, replenishing the stock and other tasks as required. Anyone interested is asked to pick up a form from in the store.

There are jobs available in the The Octagon shopping centre, in Burton

Pandora, Coopers Square shopping centre

Traditionally, shoppers are queueing out of the door at Pandora in the run-up to the festive season and the company is now recruiting temporary Christmas sales assistants. Potential applicants can apply for the job within the store

B&M, Coopers Square shopping centre

The budget store is looking for an out of hours replenishment assistant to begin immediately. Bosses are looking for people to work 16 to 20 hours a week over four days. Anyone interested is urged to hand their CV in to the store.

Eurochange, Coopers Square shopping centre

Bosses are advertising opportunities for new people to join the team that comes with comprehensive training, "excellent salary, uncapped bonus, great staff benefits and career progression".

Claire's Accessories, Coopers Square shopping centre

The store is known for its unique accessories but in Burton a sales assistant and key holder is needed. They are also recruiting assistant managers and store managers across the UK. They are looking for people with passion for fashion and retail, that can deliver excellent customer service, drive sales and focus on results and can work well with a team, inspiring and motivating others. More information can be found in store or online at www.clairescareers.com.

There are plenty of jobs on offer in Burton town centre

Select, Coopers Square shopping centre

The women's clothes store is looking for a sales assistant to work eight hours a week. Anyone interested can apply within the store.

Toni&Guy, in Station Street

The salon is looking for a new beautician to join the team. Anyone wanting to enquire about the position is asked to call John on 01283 526565.

Matalan, Middleway Retail Park

The clothes store is looking out for talented people who are well versed in fashion to join the team as a part-time general sales assistant. People are asked to take their CV and covering letter into the store to apply for the role.

Mecca Bingo, in Burton, is looking to hire

Mecca Bingo,Middleway Retail Park

The bingo hall has part-time and permanent positions available for someone who must be able to work evenings and weekends. Bosses say they offer good rates of pay and those wanting to apply can find out more at www.meccabingocareers.com

Brigdens, in High Street

The clothes store is looking for part time staff to work a minimum of 16 hours per week. Anyone interested is asked to send an up-to-date CV and cover letter to the store.

William Hill, in Station Street

The betting shop is looking for a cleaner to work early mornings who is reliable and a hard worker. Potential applicants are asked to text their name, phone number and name of home town to Martin Foweraker on 07483 958183.

The Nail Boutique, in Market Place

The beauty salon is looking for hairdressers, nail technicians and trainee nail technician to join the team. More information is available by calling 07491 075557.

Toymaster, in High Street

The toy store is looking for a part-time sales assistant to work at weekends as well as a full-time sales assistant. People interested in the job can drop a CV in to the store.

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