Store Colleague
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Position Overview & Specifications
Store Colleague
Here at McColl’s, we pride ourselves on being the second largest multiple convenience operator in the UK. Our continued success depends entirely on the dedication of our store teams.
With an exciting acquisition program and our continuing partnership with Morrison's which has seen us relaunch of the much loved and trusted Safeway brand, this really is a great time to join us.
As a Store Colleague/Sales Assistant it will be your responsibility to ensure our customers receive the first-class customer service that they have come to expect every time they visit one of our stores. It is also about talking to customers promoting various products through active selling (please do not worry we will train you to do this).
Other duties will include, till and cash operation, stock control, merchandising and assisting the store management team by always maintaining a clean and well-presented store.
As well as working for a company who can offer you an excellent in-house development scheme and a fun and friendly place to work, we also want our colleagues to feel proud of their role within the local community.
We are looking for people who enjoy building relationships with customers and colleagues a like. If this sounds like you, please apply today!
Benefits: colleague discount, training and career development opportunities, contributory pension scheme, access to wellbeing support - also there may be opportunities for overtime.
Pay: Up to £9.50 (please note rate of pay will be discussed at interview)
The closing date advertised is the latest date that this vacancy will close. If we reach the maximum number of applicants, this vacancy may close before the advertised date.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 15 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Houghton le Spring, DH4 4QT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
- customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 1363 BA
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Grocery Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Store Colleague roles across McColl's Retail Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Grocery Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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