Team Leader - FTC 10 Months - 25hrs

River Island; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Join River Island as a Retail Manager in Barnsley, where you'll lead a passionate team in creating exceptional customer experiences. This part-time, fixed-term role offers a dynamic work environment and excellent opportunities for personal growth. Enjoy a competitive salary, staff discounts, and numerous benefits supporting your career development and well-being.

Benefits

50% staff discount

Benefits, discounts, bonus scheme

Private pension scheme

28 days paid leave plus options to buy more

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a retail management role.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Lead team briefs and cascade store actions.
• Drive customer-focused culture and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Monitor store performance and manage costs.

Skills

Communication

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Accountability

Planning & Prioritising

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22.06.2025

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Job Description:

We’re a much-loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions.

This is what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts.

Department Retail Management Employment Type Fixed Term - Part Time Location Barnsley Glass Works Workplace type Onsite Compensation £25,500 / year

What We Are Looking For...

Responsibilities:

COMMUNICATION

• Set up team briefs and communicate / cascade the store actions and targets
• Check business communication channels and drive actions to achieve priorities
• Effectively delegate responsibilities within the store team
• Communicate and champion current business initiatives
• Be clear and concise when leading visits in your store during management absence

CUSTOMER FOCUS

• Work with management to enhance customer-focused culture in store and team
• Drive conversion, footfall, and service KPIs
• Adjust approach to meet customer needs and improve service

OPERATIONS

• Create a safe working environment, complying with health and safety legislation
• Ensure health and safety training is up to date
• Complete price events and promotional activities
• Support delivery process and productivity
• Ensure replenishment and stock checks are done timely
• Conduct stockroom walkthroughs and identify product opportunities

VISUAL & COMMERCIAL

• Maintain company layouts, visual merchandising standards
• Conduct store walkthroughs for visual attention
• Analyze data to identify opportunities and store performance

PEOPLE

• Recruit and induct new team members
• Develop and coach Sales Advisors
• Handle difficult conversations constructively
• Support a culture of recognition and inclusivity

COST & BUDGETING

• Monitor store performance and costs
• Manage staffing levels to meet priorities

Behavioural Competencies:

• ACCOUNTABILITY: Take responsibility for store operations and adhere to policies
• DRIVES ENGAGEMENT: Motivate team and recognize contributions
• DRIVES RESULTS: Achieve targets despite challenges
• EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION: Adapt style to others' needs and listen actively
• PLANNING & PRIORITISING: Organize work effectively to meet goals
• PROBLEM SOLVING: Analyze and address issues proactively

This Is For You...

• Discount: 50% staff discount & uniform allowance
• RI Rewards: Benefits, discounts, bonus scheme
• Island culture: Kindness Cupboards, Retail Trust support
• Family Hub: Maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility support
• Giver Island: Donation scheme, special day, matched funding
• Opportunities: Career progression and training
• Pension: Private pension scheme
• Holiday: 28 days paid leave plus options to buy more

Keeping You Safe...

At River Island, we are committed to safeguarding all employees and promoting British Values, including democracy, rule of law, and mutual respect.