Team Leader

Southern Co-op; Wrecclesham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused retail organization in Wrecclesham is seeking a Team Leader to inspire the team and enhance the customer experience. You will be responsible for store operations, engaging with the local community, and supporting your colleagues. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated and a great communicator. This full-time role offers comprehensive training and a wide range of benefits, including a colleague discount and healthcare plans.

Benefits

20% colleague discount

Healthcare plans

Employee assistance programme

Generous shopping discounts

NEST pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Colleague referral scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position is great, but not essential.
• Must be ready to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all aspects of store operations.
• Engaging with and supporting the local community.
• Assisting with day-to-day management of the store.
• Leading by example and supporting your team.
• Contributing to the growth and success of the store.

Skills

Self-motivated

Great communicator

Positive attitude

Leadership

Job description

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 is all about bringing 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

This is a full-time position of 36 hours per week, worked over 4 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.*

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, healthcare plans, employee assistance programme, generous shopping discounts, NEST pension, cycle-to-work scheme, colleague referral scheme and much more.

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