Team leader

Asda Stores Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Colleague discount

Company pension

Wellbeing resources

Inclusion networks

Parental leave

Recognition programme

Discounts on services

Job summary

Asda Stores Ltd in Wakefield is seeking a Team Leader to manage the day-to-day operation of the department and mentor colleagues on a 36-hour weekly schedule. You will ensure outstanding customer service, stock control, and smooth shift coverage on days.

This permanent, full-time role offers a clear path to developing leadership skills within a busy retail environment. You will lead by example, support team members, and collaborate with your manager to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a retail or customer-facing environment.
• Willingness to take on responsibility and support others.
• Good communication skills and a can-do attitude.
• Flexibility to work weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day running of the department and set daily priorities.
• Support colleagues, coach new starters and keep the team motivated.
• Work with the manager to deliver high standards and ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer-focused

Supportive

Organised

Positive attitude

Team player

Reliable

Job description

Job Title

Team leader

Location

Asda Living Wakefield Trinity

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Work Shift: Days

Hours per Week

36

Pay Rate

£14.10

Category

Retail Hourly Colleagues, Store Management

Closing Date

25 October 2026

As a Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in leading the day-to-day running of your department. You’ll lead by example—supporting your colleagues, keeping things running smoothly, and making sure our customers receive the best possible service. Whether it’s helping to manage stock, supporting new starters, or stepping in to solve a problem, you’ll be a go-to person on the shop floor. You’ll work closely with your manager to deliver high standards and keep your team motivated and focused.

What makes a brilliant Team Leader:

• Customer-focused: You put customers first and help your team do the same.
• Supportive: You’re approachable, helpful, and always ready to lend a hand.
• Organised: You can juggle tasks, manage priorities, and keep things on track.
• Positive attitude: You bring energy and enthusiasm to every shift.
• Team player: You work well with others and help create a great place to work.
• Reliable: You take responsibility and follow through on what needs to be done.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience working in a retail or customer-facing environment.
• A willingness to take on responsibility and support others.
• Good communication skills and a can-do attitude.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Everything you'll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

• Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
• Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover Stream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more.
• Company pension
• Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
• Colleague recognition programme
• Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.

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