The Retail Store Person Jobs at Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa offer an exciting opportunity for individuals who have recently completed Matric or a tertiary qualification and want to begin a career in the retail industry. Based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, this 6-month fixed-term contract provides practical workplace experience and formal training. Successful candidates will join the retail team from 01 September 2026, gaining valuable experience in customer service, store operations and retail processes. These Retail Store Person Jobs are suitable for enthusiastic, energetic and passionate individuals who are willing to learn and develop their careers.
Position Details
- Position: Retail Store Person
- Company: Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa
- Department: Sales
- Job Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract
- Industry: Retail
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Start Date: 01 September 2026
- Minimum Experience: Not Applicable
- Closing Date: 21 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Retail Store Person Jobs, applicants must have:
- A valid Matric Certificate
- A recently completed tertiary qualification will also be considered
- A positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- Passion for customer service
- Interest in the retail industry
- Enthusiasm and energy
- Commitment to developing new workplace skills
Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Customer service skills
- Good communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Energy and enthusiasm
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Ability to work in a retail environment
- Passion for helping customers
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will:
- Support daily retail store operations
- Assist customers with their shopping needs
- Provide friendly and professional customer service
- Support the sales team with daily activities
- Gain practical experience in retail operations
- Participate in formal workplace training
- Apply newly acquired retail knowledge in the workplace
- Assist with maintaining an organised store environment
- Develop customer service and retail skills
- Follow company procedures and workplace standards
Training and Development
The programme provides candidates with:
- Formal, nationally registered training
- Practical workplace experience
- Exposure to retail operations
- Customer service development
- Opportunities to build confidence and workplace skills
- Practical experience that can strengthen future job applications
Why Apply
- Gain practical retail experience
- Receive formal nationally registered training
- Develop customer service skills
- Build confidence in a professional workplace
- Gain experience with a well-known South African retail brand
- Develop transferable workplace skills
- Potential opportunity for permanent employment after the programme
- Build a foundation for a long-term retail career
Important Notes
- This is a 6-month fixed-term contract.
- The contract starts on 01 September 2026.
- Applicants must have a valid Matric Certificate.
- Recently completed tertiary qualifications are also considered.
- No previous work experience is specified as a requirement.
- Candidates must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- The programme includes formal, nationally registered training.
- Permanent employment may be offered after successful completion, subject to performance and business requirements.