not just a shop product open call
Our not just a shop open call is now open for submissions from all current UAL students, graduates and alumni! not just a shop sells a wide range of gifts, cards and wrapping paper, exclusively made by UAL students and graduates. Makers can apply through one of two routes for the opportunity to be stocked in our online and retail shops.

Jewellery Sales Assistant & Permanent Jewellery Welder (Part-Time)

Salary £14.80 per hour
Hours 16h per week
Location London studios and Bluewater
Closing Date 28 February 2026
Position Type Part Time
Advert expires on 28 February 2026

Main Duties

We are looking for a part-time Jewellery Sales Assistant & Permanent Jewellery Welder to join our growing team in London. This is an entry-level role, ideal for someone passionate about jewellery, client experience, and learning specialist skills within a luxury environment.

You will support jewellery sales, assist with permanent jewellery welding, and work closely with senior piercers while developing your technical and anatomical knowledge.

Experience with an Orion welding machine or Argon gas is not required — full training will be provided.

  • Provide warm, knowledgeable, and respectful client service
  • Assist with jewellery sales and permanent jewellery fittings
  • Learn and support permanent jewellery welding (training provided)
  • Observe and support senior piercers during procedures
  • Study anatomy, jewellery types, materials, and placement suitability
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming studio environment
  • Work collaboratively with team members to uphold brand standards

Skills and Experience Required

  • A genuine interest in jewellery and adornment
  • Friendly, respectful, and confident with clients
  • Comfortable working as part of a close-knit team
  • Willingness to learn technical skills and industry standards
  • Reliable and available for weekend shifts
  • Some basic jewellery knowledge is helpful, but not essential

What We Offer

  • Hourly rate: £14.80 (London Living Wage)
  • Paid lunches
  • 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
  • Monthly Tish Lyon jewellery & piercing allowance
  • 1% commission on total net sales
  • Full training in permanent jewellery welding and piercing fundamentals
  • Ongoing jewellery and professional development
  • A supportive, inclusive, and highly skilled working environment

Disability Confident Employer

We can confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 1-3) who can welcome a wide-range of disabled applicants within our level of training.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.