Tesco Shift Leader - Days - Baxenden Express

Tesco; Accrington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance 20–22 days

Personal day after 12 months

Bank holidays included

Flexible working from day one

Colleague Clubcard discount 10% (15% e

Life cover five times pay

Pension with company contributions

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Tesco is seeking a Shift Lead to manage in-store operations in UK stores. You will lead the team, coordinate across store areas, and ensure outstanding customer service through effective coaching and clear communication.

The role offers flexible working patterns with a guaranteed minimum of 16 hours per week. Starting pay is £15.59 per hour, rising to £16.86 in M25 stores, with additional payments possible in some locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a team lead or management role in fast-paced retail.
• Strong service mindset and ability to meet customer needs.
• Clear communicator who informs the team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to deliver a great in-store customer experience.
• Work across all store areas and handle day-to-day queries.
• Coach colleagues and provide feedback.
• Lead the store in the Manager's absence.
• Foster inclusive, flexible team dynamics.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

People management

Job description

Days From time To time Sun 13:15:00 22:15:00

Tue 09:00:00 18:00:00

Fri 14:00:00 21:00:00

Customers are at the centre of everything we do. Working in our stores means variety, teamwork, and plenty of daily challenges. Youll meet great people, learn new skills, and be part of an inclusive team. Whether you want stability, flexibility, or a chance to grow your career, this role could be a great fit.

Tesco Shift Lead pay starts at £15.59 per hour, rising to £16.86 in stores within the M25. Some locations may offer additional payments. We guarantee a minimum of 16 hours per week, though roles from 12 hours are also available.

Your contracted hours will be scheduled within the availability windows shown, with at least 3 weeks notice of your shifts. If your availability is close to what were looking for, we still encourage you to apply.

Please note that you need to be 18 or over to apply for this role.

You will be responsible for

• Leading the team to deliver a great experience for customers in-store.
• Working across all areas of the store and with all colleagues, being the go-to person for day-to-day operational queries.
• Building positive, inclusive relationships that help colleagues perform at their best.
• Confidently leading the store in the Manager’s absence.
• Making balanced, flexible decisions and adapting well to change.
• Coaching colleagues, giving feedback and role modelling great service.
• Staying curious and seeking opportunities to serve our customers, communities, and planet a little better every day.

You will need

• To be over 18 for this role.
• Experience working in a team lead or management position in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Be a strong role model with a passion for delivering great service and ensuring every customers needs are met.
• Build positive, long-lasting relationships to create an inclusive, supportive team environment.
• A clear communicator, using a variety of methods to keep the team well informed.
• A natural leader who motivates and inspires the team to deliver outstanding results.

What’s in it for you?

• Holiday starting at 20 days plus a personal day, rising to 22 days after 12 months (plus Bank Holidays)
• Flexible working available from day one
• 10% off with your Colleague Clubcard, rising to 15% on pay-day weekends, with a second card to share with family
• Free wellbeing services to support your mind, body and life
• Life cover worth five times your pay and an awardâ€‑winning pension with matching contributions up to 7.5%
• A range of benefits to choose from, including discounts, shares and cycle-to-work schemes
• Uniform provided, plus policies to support you through lifes key moments

About Us

Tescos vision is to be every customers favourite way to shop. Our purpose is to serve customers, communities and the planet a little better every day by acting responsibly and sustainably.

Were committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and want everyone to feel represented and able to be themselves, Everyone’s Welcome.

We also understand that life varies for each of us, so were always open to conversations about flexible working.

Talk to us during your application about how we can support you.

We are proud to have been accredited Disability Confident Leader, and we are committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.