Tesco Shift Leader - Nights Rd Superstore

Job Overview

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.

Availability Window:
Sun 22:00–07:00, Mon 22:00–07:00, Tue 22:00–07:00, Wed 22:00–07:00, Thu 22:00–07:00, Fri 22:00–07:00, Sat 22:00–07:00. Your contracted hours will be scheduled within these windows, with at least three weeks’ notice of your shifts. The role guarantees a minimum of 16 hours per week, with roles from 12 hours also available.

Shift Lead Night pay starts at £15.59 per hour, rising to £16.86 in stores within the M25. For all hours worked between midnight and 6 am you will receive an additional night premium of £2.35 per hour worked. Some locations may offer additional payments.

Please note that you need to 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 with all colleagues, being 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 role‑model great service.
• Stay curious and seek opportunities to serve our customers, communities, and planet a little better every day.

• 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.
• Be 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.

• Holiday: 20 days plus a personal day, rising to 22 days after 12 months (plus Bank Holidays).
• Flexible working available from day one.
• 10% off with your Colleague Clubcard, rising to 15% on pay‑day weekends, with a second card to share with family.
• Free wellbeing services to support your mind, body and life.
• Life cover worth five times your pay and an award‑winning pension with matching contributions up to 7.5%.
• A range of benefits to choose from, including discounts, shares, and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
• Uniform provided, plus policies to support you through life’s key moments.

Disability Confident – A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. In certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people.