Assistant Manager

Screwfix Direct Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work

Discounts on products

Share plans

Pension

Life cover

Mental health support

Learning & development

Job summary

Screwfix Direct Ltd in the United Kingdom is recruiting to support the Retail Branch Manager and keep customers at the heart of every interaction. The role offers flexible options (minimum 22.5 hours over 3 days) with a clear path for progression through training programs and development opportunities.

It provides extensive employee benefits as part of a broader package, including bonuses, pension, life cover, and various discounts across Screwfix, B&Q, and partner brands.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Retail Branch Manager and ensuring the customer is at the heart of every task.
• Identify ways to improve store operations and customer service.
• Participate in training and development programmes to progress into management roles.

Job description

• Upto £29,350.00 per year
• Open to Full Time or Part Time (35.75 hours) - Permanent

Everything we do starts with the people we serve. We’re proud to be the traders behind the tradespeople: the nuts and bolts behind the job, always ready to save the day (or at least the project).

From power tools to workwear, cables to pipe fittings, we offer over 60,000 products across 1000+ stores – and that’s not to mention our industry-leading digital services.Join Screwfix and be part of a team of experts who get the job done quickly, affordably, and always with a smile.

This is your chance to step up. Supporting the Retail Branch Manager, you’ll make sure our customers are the heart of everything we do. You’re always looking for ways to improve what we do and how we do it, knowing that small differences can make a big impact. And with the help of our excellent training programmes and varied shift patterns to support your development, you’ll be on the right track for a promising career with us!

At Screwfix we champion a healthy work/life balance and encourage part‑time applications, working a minimum of 22.5 hours over 3 days.

Bonus

We believe that success should be shared and hard work should be rewarded. Our yearly bonuses are based on our business targets and measures.

Cycle to work

Whether you’re a keen cyclist or looking to take up a healthy hobby, enjoy savings of up to 25-39% on bikes and accessories through the Cycle to Work Scheme.

High Street Shopping Discounts

As well as discounts at Screwfix and B&Q, you can save money at other major high street retailers.

Share Plans

Become a Kingfisher shareholder with a variety of schemes to choose from.

Simply Health

From dental care to acupuncture, you can customise your health plan and claim back money for treatments.

Long Service Awards

From extra pay to bonus holiday days, we’ll celebrate your milestones with tangible rewards. It’s our way of thanking you for building a career with us.

Pension

With our award-winning pension plan, you choose your contribution amount and we add as much as 14% per month.

Life Cover

If you opt into our pension scheme, you’ll receive up to 4x your annual salary through Death in Service payment.

Retail Trust

Look after your mental health with free wellbeing resources, including a confidential counselling service.

Screwfix and B&Q Discounts

As a member of the Kingfisher group, you’ll enjoy 20% off all B&Q and Screwfix products.

Mind Training

We’ve partnered with Mind, the UK’s leading mental health charity, to our colleagues the support and tools needed to look after your mental health.

Screwfix Community

Whether you’re working from our stores, our offices or your home, you can easily stay in touch with colleagues and access the resources you need.

Self-Development

Whether you want to advance your job related skills or learn how to play the guitar, take advantage of our amazing learning tools on offer such as LinkedIn Learning.

Enhanced Family Leave

Our Enhanced Family Leave policy and resources are inclusive for all parents and include competitive pay terms, going above and beyond statutory requirements.

Training programmes

We’re growing, and we want our people grow with us. That’s why we pull out all the stops to make sure our people continue to learn and develop new skills. It’s all about giving you the tools to build a career that’s right for you.

For those looking to step into management, this programme focuses on action‑based learning. Under close mentorship, you’ll develop leadership skills as you take on real business challenges.

Trade Up to Assistant Store Manager

With 770+ stores and counting, there are plenty of paths into management for our retail team. Through this supportive and hands‑on training programme, Supervisors can learn everything they need to become Assistant Store Manager in just 12‑15 months. And by the end of it, you’ll qualify with a Level 3 Retail Team Leader Apprenticeship.

Trade Up to Branch Manager

Over 15 months, you’ll undertake close supervision and structured learning as you learn how to run a store. By the end of this programme, you’ll have a Level 4 Retail Manager Apprenticeship and a strong knowledge of how to motivate and develop a team.

Learning for Life

At Screwfix, we believe that opportunity should always be open to all. So whatever business level you’re at, you can learn wider life skills to help you succeed in areas outside of work. We’ve also partnered with Skills Forward, which offers Maths and English coaching to colleagues and their families both.

“You get a different range of tasks every day. One day doing delivery, the next serving customers.”

“You get a different range of tasks every day. One day doing delivery, the next serving customers.” Joshy Phillips | Service Assistant

“When I joined Screwfix two years ago, I never looked back.”

“When I joined Screwfix two years ago, I never looked back.” Solomon | Branch Manager

“I came to Screwfix for a better work/lifestyle balance.”

“My favourite part of my role is how I’m here for people; for customers, to support my team, for the branch manager. It makes you feel really valued.”

“My favourite part of my role is how I’m here for people; for customers, to support my team, for the branch manager. It makes you feel really valued.” Natalia | Assistant Store Manager, Park Royal

We all do better when we’re celebrated for who we are. Which is why a warm, equal and inclusive culture is integral to our culture at Screwfix. Our Employee Inclusion Network, 'Us', helps colleagues to share ideas and work collaboratively in pursuit of a fairer, more diverse workplace. With the support of our leadership team, ‘Us’ is comprised and led by true Ambassadors for Diversity & Inclusion. It’s an open space where colleagues can share experiences, learn about allyship, and ultimately, feel free to be themselves.

• £29,350.00 per year
• Open to Full Time or Part Time (35.75) - Permanent