Tesco Shift Leader - Days - Cottam Express

Availability Window

Sun: 06:45-23:00
Mon: 06:45-23:00
Tue: 06:45-23:00
Wed: 06:45-23:00
Thu: 06:45-23:00
Fri: 06:45-23:00
Sat: 06:45-23:00

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 must be 18 or over to apply for this role.

• Lead the team to deliver a great experience for customers in-store
• Work across all areas of the store and collaborate with all colleagues, serving as the go‑to person for day‑to‑day operational queries
• Build positive, inclusive relationships that help colleagues perform at their best
• Confidently lead the store in the Manager’s absence
• Make balanced, flexible decisions and adapt well to change
• Coach colleagues, give feedback, and model excellent service
• Stay curious and seek opportunities to serve our customers, communities, and planet a little better every day

• Experience in a team‑lead or management position in a fast‑paced retail environment
• Strong role model with a passion for delivering great service and ensuring every customer’s needs are met
• Ability to build positive, long‑lasting relationships and create an inclusive, supportive team environment
• Clear communicator, using a variety of methods to keep the team well informed
• 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 are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and want everyone to feel represented and able to be themselves: everyone’s welcome.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and are committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.