Team Leader

Southern Co-op; Gosport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused retail organization in Gosport is seeking a part-time Team Leader to support store operations and engage with the local community. This role requires a motivated individual who can inspire a team and deliver excellent customer service. Key benefits include a 20% discount, up to 31 days of leave, and various health plans. Flexibility in working hours is required.

Benefits

20% colleague discount

31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Healthcare plans

Employee assistance programme

Generous shopping discounts

NEST pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Colleague referral scheme

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with the ability to inspire others.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to obtain a personal licence to sell alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Support store operations including Post Office and Community Programme.
• Engage with and support the local community.
• Assist with day-to-day management of the store.

Skills

Great communication

Team leadership

Community engagement

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Team Leader to help drive our store forward — someone who can inspire others, champion our values, and deliver an outstanding experience for every customer who walks through the door.

This role brings energy, organisation, and a positive attitude to the team. Previous experience in a similar position is great, but not essential. If you're self-motivated, a great communicator, and ready to learn, we'll provide full training and support to help you succeed.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting all aspects of store operations, including the Post Office, Parcel Services, Local Suppliers, Community Programme, Too Good To Go, and Home Delivery
• Engaging with and supporting the local community
• Assisting with the day-to-day management of the store, ensuring it's safe, legal and running smoothly — and stepping up in the Store Manager's absence
• Leading by example and supporting your team to deliver a consistently excellent customer experience
• Contributing to the growth and success of the store by developing your colleagues and helping them thrive

Role details

This is a part-time position of 18 hours per week, worked over 2 days. Flexibility is important, as shifts will include mornings, evenings and weekends.

You may also be required to obtain a personal licence to sell alcohol — full training will be provided.

About Southern Co-op

At Southern Co-op, we're not just another shop on the high street — we're here for our communities. Now, we're looking for a Team Leader who'll be right there with the Store Manager, inspiring the team, creating a great experience, and making a real difference every day.

You'll have instant access to a huge selection of benefits, including 20% colleague discount, 31 days of annual leave (incl bank holidays), healthcare plans, employee assistance programme, generous shopping discounts, NEST pension, cycle-to-work scheme, colleague referral scheme and much more.

We want to put U in Southern Co-op — start your new career now.