SPAR Bedlington- Store Supervisor

James-Hall-; Bebside; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Loyalty Pay

20% Staff Discount

Pension & Life Insurance

Learning & Development

Grocery Aid Support

Job summary

James Hall & Co. Ltd. SPAR Bedlington is seeking a Supervisor to help run the store and lead a small team.

The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service, health and safety, and daily operations, including covering for the Store Manager when needed and maintaining store standards. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, able to delegate, and flexible about hours. The position is permanent part-time (18 hours per week), based at SPAR Bedlington, Bedlington,

Qualifications

• Experience in retail supervision or team leadership.
• Strong customer service focus and communication skills.
• Ability to manage store operations and safety standards.
• Flexible with hours and capable of standing in for a manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the store team to deliver excellent customer service.
• Take responsibility for the store in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Manager.
• Ensure store standards, including health and safety and food hygiene, are maintained.
• Update and maintain store audits and administrative procedures.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Self-motivated

Customer-focused

Team leadership

Flexibility

Delegation

Job description

SPAR Bedlington, 37 Station Road, Bedlington, Northumberland, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Monday 24 August 2026 at 00:00

Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the communities we serve.

We’re proud of the impact our stores have locally and remain committed to continued growth and investment in the future.

Contract Type: Permanent / Part Time
Hours of work: 18 hours per week

About the Role

Our Supervisors are a key part of managing our stores and leading our teams. We’re looking for people who can create an environment where colleagues are supported, motivated, and able to perform at their best.

Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing

As a Supervisor, you’ll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities that keep the store running efficiently and the team performing at their best, including:

• Leading and motivating your team to deliver outstanding customer service
• Taking responsibility for the store in the absence of the Store Manager and/or Assistant Manager
• Leading by example to ensure all store standards, including customer service, health & safety, and food hygiene, are maintained
• Updating and maintaining store audits and administrative procedures

A Few Things About You

Being a Supervisor requires you to balance several responsibilities at once. We need someone who can support the Store Manager, inspire the team, and ensure daily operations run smoothly. Our ideal person would also:

• Be enthusiastic, committed, and self-motivated
• Have experience delegating tasks and motivating a team
• Be customer-focused, remaining helpful and friendly in all situations
• Have a flexible approach to working hours

Why Join Us?

We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That’s why when you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.

• Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You’ll earn an additional £0.55 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.
• 20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company-owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.
• Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into the Nest pension scheme. After two years of service, you will also receive life insurance cover, offering added security for you and your loved ones.
• Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in-house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry-recognised qualifications.
• Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.

For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.

SPAR Bedlington, 37 Station Road, Bedlington, Northumberland, United Kingdom