Tesco Shift Leader – Ridgway Rd Express Join to apply for the Tesco Shift Leader – Ridgway Rd Express role at Tesco. Our Shift Leader rate of pay starts from £14.76 an hour, increasing to £15.97 for stores inside the M25. Additional payments may also apply depending on location. We offer a minimum of 16 guaranteed hours per week; you can opt to work as few as 12 hours. You will be scheduled within the availability windows we provide. Availability Windows

Sun: 05:30 – 22:00 Mon: 05:30 – 22:00 Tue: 05:30 – 22:00 Wed: 05:30 – 22:00 Thu: 05:30 – 22:00 Fri: 05:30 – 22:00 Sat: 05:30 – 22:00

Responsibilities

Work in a fast‑paced retail environment, managing a diverse range of tasks. Take ownership of running duty shifts, coordinating the team to deliver a clean, well‑stocked store that exceeds customer expectations. Be present for customers, listening to them and ensuring they leave satisfied. Proactively improve service, coaching colleagues and providing feedback. Guide and support colleagues in‑store, ensuring a safe workplace. Monitor store performance and assist managers with improvement actions. Lead from the front, setting a strong example for the team.

Additional Responsibilities

Coordinate the store team to deliver an easy, fuss‑free shopping experience. Support colleagues, ensuring they achieve daily priorities and take regular breaks. Open and close the store and complete duty cover. Act as the go‑to person for day‑to‑day queries in the manager’s absence. Maintain a clean, tidy, well‑presented store. Support managers with seasonal, community and charity events. Foster an inclusive team atmosphere. Deliver excellent customer service. Keep the team informed on communications, changes, or updates. Stay knowledgeable about store performance, looking for operational improvements. Coordinate store improvements and remove obstacles to service. Follow health and safety routines and procedures. Recognise and celebrate colleagues’ great service.

You Will Need

Excellent customer service and relationship‑building skills. Strong communication skills, using various methods to keep the team informed. The confidence to lead and oversee the store in the manager’s absence. Good decision‑making ability, flexibility, and adaptability to change. Motivational leadership that inspires the team to exceed expectations. Curiosity, always looking for ideas to better serve customers, communities and the planet.

What’s in it for you?

Flexible hours and shift patterns to suit your lifestyle. Ongoing learning and development opportunities with award‑winning training. An inclusive workplace where everyone’s welcome. Your voice matters – ideas and opinions are heard. Well‑being support and 10% off + 15% off on pay‑day weekends. Benefits such as holiday, flexible working, pension, life cover, and more.

Benefits

Holiday starting at 20 days plus a personal day, rising to 22 days after 12 months (plus Bank holidays). Request flexible working from day one. 10% off and 15% off on pay‑day weekends. Access to free wellbeing services. Life cover of five times your pay and a pension with up to 7.5% matching contributions. Uniform provided. Access to colleague networks and support.

About Us Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer’s favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or on the move. Our core purpose is “Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day.” We champion diversity, equity and inclusion – everyone is welcome. Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Equal Opportunity Statement: Tesco respects diversity and follows all UK equality legislation. Apprenticeships, disabilities and all other protected characteristics are welcomed. #J-18808-Ljbffr