Team Leader - Step Into Store Leadership
We're looking for a Team Leader to join our Fenny Compton Food Store (16 hours per week).
This is your opportunity to move beyond a standard retail role and take real ownership-leading a team, driving performance, and building the skills to progress into Store Management.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Team Leader, you'll take responsibility for key areas of the store and step up to run the operation in the absence of the Store Manager.
- Lead, coach and develop your team to deliver strong performance
- Take ownership of shifts, including opening and closing the store
- Drive excellent customer service and make us the go-to store in the community
- Support recruitment, training and onboarding of new colleagues
- Manage performance, attendance and team engagement
- Control key commercial areas including waste, stock and labour
- Maintain high standards across availability, merchandising and compliance
About You
- Experience in retail or a fast-paced customer environment
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience (or ready to step up)
- Commercial awareness and confidence working towards targets
- A natural motivator who can get the best out of people
- Organised, resilient and comfortable taking ownership
Your Career with Us
We don't just hire Team Leaders-we develop future Store Managers. With structured training, real accountability and ongoing support, you'll have a clear pathway to progress within the Society.
Pay & Benefits
- £13.35 per hour
Holiday & Financial
- 30 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), rising with service
- Pension with 3.3% employer contribution
- Life assurance (2x salary)
Discounts & Perks
- 10% colleague discount + double discount every pay weekend
- 15% discount at Fabb Furniture
- Access to My Staff Shop and wide retail discounts
- Stream - flexible access to your pay
Health & Wellbeing
- 24/7 GP access, counselling & support services
- Grocery Aid & Co-op Credit Union support
- Wellbeing app & mental health support
- Eye care support
Family & Support
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Enhanced redundancy pay
- Bereavement and terminal illness support
Recognition
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Long Service Awards
Why Join Us?
At Heart of England Co-operative Society, our stores are at the heart of the community. As a Team Leader, you'll play a key role in shaping your store, developing your team, and making a real difference locally.
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Team Leader in Royal Leamington Spa employer: Heart of England Cooperative Society
Joining the Society as a member of the Member & Community Engagement Committee offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in your community while aligning with our core values of sustainability and charitable giving. Our collaborative work culture fosters strategic thinking and innovation, providing members with the chance to influence key decisions and drive meaningful change. With a commitment to employee growth and regular engagement events, this role not only enhances your professional development but also enriches the lives of those we serve.
Contact Details:
Heart of England Cooperative Society Recruitment Team
