Customer Team Leader

CO-OP; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 6,500 - 7,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and career development

30% discount in store

Flexible access to pay

Up to 10% pension contributions

36 days holiday pro rata

GP access 24/7

Cycle to work scheme

Life events support policies

Job summary

CO-OP in Twickenham is seeking a Customer Team Leader to run a small team, supervise day-to-day store operations, and deliver excellent service on shifts. You’ll participate in merchandising, stock checks, and community engagement while supporting store performance and Co-op membership growth. The role offers London-area pay and flexible weekend coverage.

You'll lead hands-on on the shop floor, coach colleagues, and help drive a positive, customer-first culture in a busy local store environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for people and leadership.
• The ability to work flexibly and lead by example.
• Confidence to work alone in a store environment.
• Skills in retail, merchandising, or team management (experience not essential).

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day running of the store by leading the team on your shift.
• Motivate, coach, and support your team to deliver great service and efficient operations.
• Work hands-on on the shop floor and tills, supporting daily operations and setting the pace for a team of Customer Team Members.
• Support store performance through merchandising, stock accuracy, and HR processes.
• Champion Co‑op through community engagement and membership growth.

Skills

Leadership

People skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Merchandising

Team management

Job description

You must be aged 18+ to authorise age-related sales. This role may involve periods of independent working which we'll discuss with you at interview. We'll provide relevant safety technology, and the duration of lone working will be kept within agreed guidelines.

Join us as a Customer Team Leader and take the next step toward managing your own store.

As a Customer Team Leader, you'll lead a small team in a fast-paced Co‑op store, helping to deliver essential services to your community. Depending on your store this could involve you working in our post office or bakery or supporting online services and our home delivery drivers. Whatever the day brings, you'll play a key role in making life easier for our customers.

Why this job matters:

You'll keep our shelves stocked and support sales, helping us offer even more choice and exciting new services to our customers. You'll be a familiar face in the community, getting to know your customers and helping us stay connected with local and national charities. Plus, you'll be a champion for Co‑op membership, helping to drive the growth of our unique business.

What you'll do

• Own the day-to-day running of the store by leading the team on your shift
• Motivate, coach, and support your team to deliver great service and efficient operations
• Work hands-on on the shop floor and tills, supporting daily operations and setting the pace for a team of Customer Team Members
• Support store performance through merchandising, stock accuracy, and HR processes
• Champion Co‑op through community engagement and membership growth

What you'll bring

We're committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you need to bring

Passion for people and leadership

• The ability to work flexibly and lead by example
• Confidence to work alone in a store environment
• Skills in retail, merchandising, or team management (experience not essential)

Pay: £15.73 per hour including London allowance

Contract: 8 hours per week + regular overtime, permanent

Working pattern: varied shifts including early mornings (store opening), afternoons, late evenings (store closing) including at least 1 weekend shift, to be discussed at interview

30% colleague member discount in store - see below for more benefits, At Co‑op, we're owned by our members. And because we're owned by you, we can do right by you. So, when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement. We're an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we're powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you'll also receive:

Benefits

• Full training and career development resources
• 30% discount on Co‑op products in store
• Flexible access to your pay as you earn it
• Up to 10% pension contributions
• 36 days of holiday (pro-rata, including bank holidays)
• 24/7 access to GP appointments, and colleague support programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Market‑leading policies to help you though life's big moments

A place you'll belong

We're building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.