Senior Sales Assistant

Role Overview

Location:

Church Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 3DP

Pay:
Up to £13 per hour (inclusive of enhancement when performing management duties)

Hours:

16 hours per week

Be part of a fast‑growing company with over 340 stores and counting. Every day brings new challenges, and you’ll never find yourself without something meaningful to do. As a Senior Sales Assistant, you’ll enjoy a supportive team environment where your leadership truly matters.

• Discounts: 10% off at both Heron Foods and B&M stores.
• Career Development:
  Access to tailored training and leadership programs like ‘Future Flyers.’
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus free, confidential assistance.
• Recognition & More:
  From long‑service rewards to exclusive discounts and additional perks.

As a Senior Part‑Time Sales Assistant, you’ll take on a key leadership role to keep the store running smoothly and successfully.

• Supporting and motivating the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and resolving queries effectively.
• Maintaining an impeccable store presentation with well‑stocked and tidy shelves.
• Assisting with stock management and overseeing deliveries.
• Acting as a keyholder and taking responsibility for the store in the absence of management (including store openings and closes).

• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner with a passion for leadership.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a busy, fast‑moving workplace.
• Previous leadership experience in retail or hospitality, with bonus points for key‑holder experience.
• The ability to juggle multiple tasks and take ownership when stepping into a supervisory role.

At Heron Foods, diversity is at the heart of our values, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.