Warehouse Picking Operative (Term time contract)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you looking for a flexible role with an immediate start? We are seeking dedicated and reliable individuals to join our day warehouse team on a permenant term time contract.
Working hours are term time only, working 5 shifts per week 06:30 - 16:30 on a rota basis.
You will be working on a permanent basis and in return will receive a FTE salary of £26,749.20 per annum. Please note that the pay for this position will be pro rata, reflecting the term-time only nature of the role
A strong work ethic and reliability will be required to be successful in this role.
What you will be doing:
- Picking and packing customer orders
- Ensuring accurate movement of produce around the warehouse.
- General duties as required as a warehouse operative
- Ensuring the workspace is clean and tidy
What skills and experience you will need:
- You will be physically fit as this position is a manual role
- You will be motivated and trustworthy with a positive attitude to work
- You will be a good communicator and work well as part of a team
- Having previous experience in a warehouse picking environment is an advantage
A little bit about us:
Watts Farms is a third-generation family-run farming business, established in 1952. Growers, Packers and Distributors of fresh produce supplying the hospitability industry across Kent, London and surrounding areas. We have recently diversified into direct Home Deliveries offering freshly picked fruit and vegetables from our own farms as well as a full range of grocery, dairy, alcohol and pantry goods. We pride ourselves on quality!
What we can offer you…
- 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Payment reward for Friend Referrals
- 20% staff discount on our online shop
- Long Service Awards
- Development & Training opportunities
- Onsite staff canteen area offering refreshments
- Full PPE provided
If you have the requirements listed to become our Warehouse Picking Operative, please click ‘apply’ today. We’d love to hear from you!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment.
Please note: Employment checks will include Drugs & Alcohol test
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: Catering & Food Service Contractors
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse Picking Operative (Term time contract) roles across Watts Farms'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 Catering & Food Service Contractors.
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 £26,749 - £26,749 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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