Toys R Us Shop Assistant Cashier Jobs 2026: Apply for Permanent Retail Vacancies

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Introduction

Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa is hiring Shop Assistants for permanent retail vacancies.

The available opportunities include a Shop Assistant post in Greenstone, Johannesburg, and a Shop Assistant/Cashier post in Dolphin Coast/Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal.

These jobs are suitable for applicants who have Matric, retail experience, good customer service skills and the ability to work shifts.

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About Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa

Toys R Us and Babies R Us are well-known international retail brands. Toys R Us South Africa operates more than 60 physical stores, including stores in South Africa and other Southern African countries, as well as an online store.

The company focuses on offering customers a wide range of toys, baby products and family retail products while creating an enjoyable shopping experience for children, parents and families.

Quick Job Overview

DetailsInformation

Company	Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa
Positions	Shop Assistant / Shop Assistant Cashier
Department	Sales
Industry	Retail
Job Functional Area	Sales
Minimum Experience	Entry Level
Contract Type	Permanent
Education Required	Matric Certificate
Experience Required	6 months retail experience
Transport Requirement	Own or reliable transport required

Available Vacancies

Position	Location	Province	Posted Date	Closing Date
Shop Assistant	Greenstone, Johannesburg	Gauteng	21 April 2026	Not specified
Shop Assistant/Cashier	Dolphin Coast/Ballito	KwaZulu-Natal	03 June 2026	03 July 2026

About the Shop Assistant Role

The Shop Assistant role focuses on delivering excellent customer service and helping customers enjoy a positive shopping experience.

Successful candidates will assist customers on the sales floor, provide product information, support store promotions, help with merchandising and contribute to store sales targets.

The role is suitable for applicants who are passionate, energetic, sales driven and comfortable working with customers.

Job Purpose

The main purpose of the role is to maximise sales by delivering excellent customer service and giving customers a positive shopping experience.

Successful candidates must be able to provide friendly service, assist shoppers and support the store team in achieving good performance.

Key Skills Needed

Applicants should have the following skills:

Sales driven attitude
Excellent customer service skills
Tenacity
High motivation
Target driven mindset
Excellent selling skills
Good communication skills
Merchandising ability

Key Performance Areas

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

Providing excellent customer service
Giving customers a positive shopping experience
Attending to each customer’s shopping needs
Putting the customer first
Providing prompt service on the sales floor and by telephone
Following customer service standards
Determining customer needs
Advising customers on products, prices and warranties
Demonstrating and explaining products to customers
Selling goods and promoting add-on sales
Ensuring goods are correctly priced and displayed
Ensuring promotions are implemented on time
Following merchandising and layout standards
Maintaining housekeeping standards
Preparing and maintaining advertised sales promotions
Reporting fast and slow sellers to the Store Manager
Participating in stock takes and stock counts
Minimising stock loss
Minimising expenses in the area of responsibility
Maximising sales in all areas
Protecting company assets

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Matric Certificate
6 months retail experience
Own or reliable transport to work shifts

General Responsibilities

Successful candidates may also be required to:

Perform other duties requested by Senior Management
Attend mandatory training
Attend service training
Maintain confidentiality of company information
Take part in appraisals and personal development reviews
Stay updated with current standard operating procedures
Co-operate with new technology and new work methods

Who Should Apply?

These vacancies are suitable for applicants who:

Have Matric
Have at least 6 months retail experience
Enjoy working with customers
Are passionate about sales
Can work shifts
Have reliable transport
Are confident, friendly and motivated
Can work in a busy retail environment
Are interested in permanent retail work

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online through the official Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa careers platform.

When applying, make sure your CV is updated and clearly shows your retail experience, customer service skills and availability to work shifts.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR SHOP ASSISTANT/CASHIER - KZN

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR SHOP ASSISTANT - JHB

Documents Required

Prepare the following documents before applying:

Updated CV
Certified copy of ID
Certified copy of Matric certificate
Proof of retail experience, if available
Proof of address, if required
Any customer service or sales certificates, if available

Application Closing Date

The Shop Assistant/Cashier post in Ballito closes on:

03 July 2026

The closing date for the Greenstone Shop Assistant post was not specified in the provided advert.

Applicants should apply as soon as possible while the vacancies are still open.

iYouth Advice

Before applying, make sure your CV highlights your retail experience, sales skills and customer service ability.

Since these are shop assistant roles, include any experience where you helped customers, worked with stock, packed shelves, handled sales, worked at a till point or supported store promotions.

Also mention that you have reliable transport and are available to work shifts, as this is part of the requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What company is hiring?

Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa is hiring.

What positions are available?

The available positions are Shop Assistant and Shop Assistant/Cashier.

Where are the jobs located?

The jobs are in Greenstone, Johannesburg and Dolphin Coast/Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal.

Are these permanent jobs?

Yes, the vacancies are listed as permanent.

What qualification is required?

Applicants need a Matric Certificate.

Is experience required?

Yes, applicants need 6 months retail experience.

Is transport required?

Yes, applicants must have own or reliable transport to work shifts.

What is the closing date?

The Ballito Shop Assistant/Cashier post closes on 03 July 2026. The Greenstone closing date was not specified in the provided advert.

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Final Thoughts

The Toys R Us and Babies R Us Shop Assistant vacancies are good opportunities for applicants who want permanent retail work in Gauteng or KwaZulu-Natal. If you have Matric, 6 months retail experience and reliable transport, apply as soon as possible.