Tesco Shift Leader - Days - Prestwich Bury Express

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

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident Leader

Job summary

Tesco is recruiting for a Shift Lead to coordinate store operations and lead a team in a fast-paced retail environment. The role focuses on delivering outstanding customer service, managing daily tasks, and supporting peers throughout shifts.

You will be the point of contact for day-to-day queries, coach colleagues, and step in for the Store Manager when needed. The company promotes inclusivity and flexible working to fit life alongside work.

Qualifications

• Experience in a team lead or management position in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong communication and liaison skills with colleagues and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example and coach others.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store team to deliver great customer service.
• Be the go-to person for day-to-day operational queries.
• Work across all store areas and with colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead the store in the Manager's absence with balanced, flexible decision making.
• Coach colleagues, give feedback and model excellent service.
• Foster inclusive relationships and motivate the team to achieve results.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Decision making

Job description

Availability Window

• Sun 14:15:00 - 23:15:00
• Tue 05:30:00 - 14:30:00
• Wed 14:15:00 - 23:15:00
• Sat 05:30:00 - 14:30:00

Customers are at the centre of everything we do. Working in our stores means variety, teamwork, and plenty of daily challenges. You'll 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 we're looking for, we still encourage you to apply.

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

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.

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 customer's 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.

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

We're 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 we're 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.