Section Leader

Asda; Yeovil; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Section Leader to guide a dynamic team in a retail environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills while ensuring a positive shopping experience for customers. You will be responsible for training team members, communicating effectively, and planning shifts to meet operational needs. With a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, this position is perfect for those eager to grow in the retail sector. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and customer satisfaction, and make a real impact in your community.

Benefits

15% colleague discount

Discounts on Asda services

Access to Wagestream

Company pension

Wellbeing support

Inclusion networks

Parental leave policies

Colleague recognition programs

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old to apply.
• Proactive attitude with a focus on teamwork and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with training and communicate during team huddles.
• Plan overtime and holidays to meet customer expectations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Coaching and Mentoring

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title

Section Leader

Location

Yeovil

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Days shift

Hours per Week

36

Pay Rate

£13.21

Category

Retail Hourly Colleagues, Store Management

Closing Date

16 May 2025

About the Role

To be employed in this role, you must be over 18 years old.

Our operation runs 24/7, offering a variety of shift patterns. We seek flexible workers who can work late and weekends, with some flexibility on shifts.

As a Section Leader, you'll be the first point of contact for your team. You'll assist with training, communicate messages during team huddles, and ensure colleagues are available to meet customer expectations through effective planning of overtime and holidays.

We offer training across different areas to help you develop your skills. If you're eager to grow in retail, this role could be ideal for you!

About You

You're friendly, proactive, and eager to work with your team to achieve excellent results. You have a positive attitude towards learning new skills across departments and are a strong coach, mentor, and motivator. You serve as a role model, ensuring customers enjoy a great shopping experience.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, you will enjoy benefits including:

• 15% colleague discount at Asda from day one for you and a nominated user
• Discounts on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loans, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
• Access to Wagestream for flexible pay, income tracking, financial coaching, and savings
• Company pension
• Wellbeing support including virtual GP, EAP, free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer, and bereavement support
• Inclusion networks to promote diversity and inclusion
• Parental leave policies including maternity, adoption, paternity, shared parental, neonatal care, and fertility support
• Colleague recognition programs
• Exclusive discounts on various services and activities