James Hall & Co Ltd
SPAR Willington - Assistant Store Manager
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Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the communities we serve.
We’re proud of the impact our stores have locally and remain committed to continued growth and investment in the future.
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Hours of work: 39 hours per week
About the Role
As an Assistant Manager, you’ll take ownership of the store whenever the Store Manager is away. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and prepare for your next step in management. You’ll be responsible for everything from supporting and developing colleagues to managing stock, driving sales, and ensuring our high standards of customer service are consistently delivered.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
Your role will be varied, hands-on, and focused on both people and performance, including:
- Supporting the Store Manager to develop a motivated and empowered team through a positive leadership style
- Leading by example to deliver outstanding customer service at all times
- Driving sales, maximising profit, and keeping costs under control
- Developing and supporting colleagues to reach their potential
- Taking responsibility for operational tasks such as stock management, cash handling, and store administration
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety, food hygiene, and company standards
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A Few Things About You
We’re looking for Assistant Managers who are confident, passionate about delivering an excellent customer experience, and able to inspire and lead their team. Ideally, you will have:
- Previous supervisory or management experience within a retail environment
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
- A genuine interest in developing and supporting colleagues
- Confidence in handling conflict and making fair, professional decisions
- An understanding of budgeting, targets, and how to achieve results
- Awareness of health & safety legislation and its importance in a retail environment
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That’s why when you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.
- Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You’ll earn an additional £0.55 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.
- 20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company-owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.
- Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into the Nest pension scheme. After two years of service, you will also receive life insurance cover, offering added security for you and your loved ones.
- Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in-house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry-recognised qualifications.
- Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.
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Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
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