Job Description

Team LeaderPutting U in Southern Co-opSouthern Co-op is recruiting for a Team Leader to join our thriving retail store. Our stores are way more than somewhere to pick up the groceries xe2x80x94 theyre the heart of the town or village, the place to bump into friends, or even a vital service for vulnerable people. As a Team Leader, youll support the Store Manager to motivate, engage, lead & develop a team of colleagues.What were looking forWere after the right candidate to encourage and drive the team forward, to promote, embed and support our values and community spirit, and provide an excellent memorable experience all round. Experience in a similar role would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided. Youll be self-motivated, with excellent communication and organisation skills, and be a great team player with a positive xe2x80x98can do attitude. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Participate in all aspects of store operations which include Post Office, Parcel Services, Local Suppliers, Neighbourly Programme, Too Good To Go and Home Delivery Services
• Engage with and support the local community
• Support the operational management of the store to ensure a safe, legal and high-performing business, whilst taking overall responsibility in the absence of the Store Manager
• Be a role model and lead the team to work together to provide an exceptional customer experience for our customers
• Ensure continued and sustainable growth in our business through leading and developing people

What we offer you is a full time role, 36 hours per week, worked across 4 days. Youll need to display commitment and flexibility when it comes to working hours, covering mornings, evenings, and weekends.You may be required to obtain a personal licence which authorises you to sell alcohol. Full training will be provided.Why Southern Co-op?Southern Co-op offers a lot more than just a job. As we are completely owned by our members, we put people first xe2x80x94 and its no different for our colleagues. Youll be part of a great team and get the chance to grow your career whether this is an internal course or an apprenticeship, were here to support your choices.Youll have instant access to a huge selection of benefits, including 20% colleague discount, up to 31 days of annual leave (pro rata) including bank holidays, healthcare plans, employee assistance programme, generous shopping discounts, NEST pension, cycle-to-work scheme, colleague referral scheme and much more.

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