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* £30,339 - £33,119 per annum * Average uncapped bonus of £4,800 per year (with potential to earn more) * 5 days a week * Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply This is a really exciting time to join our Halfords Garage Services team. You will be working at one of our new Fusion centres; it will be upgraded with the latest facilities to lead the way in providing a first-class customer experience and a great working environment. We’re the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great career opportunities, benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme. As a Vehicle Technician/ Mechanic, you will be already skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work. You’ll have the ability to carry out more complex tasks such as clutches and timing belt replacements and diagnostics in areas such as vehicle electrics, brake steering and suspension systems. Benefits Include: • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave, • Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores, • Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more, • Family & Friends Discount Events, • Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme, • Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance, • GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, • Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares, • Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs Skills and experience • Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience, • Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Role: Optometrist Location: Gyle Shopping Centre Work Pattern: Full time or Part time, we can offer 4 long days! As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our expert Surgeons undertake more procedures collectively than any other national provider. For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. We are focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology. A fantastic opportunity has become available for an Optometrist to provide care to patients within our clinic in the Gyle Shopping Centre. At Optical Express, no two days are the same. Your role will be varied and can include: • Providing Essential and Advanced Eye examinations for our patients, • Contact lens fittings, • Eye health assessments Your package: We are committed to providing optometrists with rewards and benefits that really make a difference. The fantastic range of benefits you will receive include: • A market leading salary, • Salary enhancement through our Performance Pay scheme, • 33 days annual leave per year, increasing with length of service, • Pension Scheme, • Private Healthcare, • Paid Professional Fees, • Indemnity Coverage, • Independent Prescribing Sponsorship and Placement Assistance, • Access to Optical Express CET courses, • Complimentary or discounted Laser Eye Surgery, Intraocular Lens surgery or Lipiflow treatment, • Generous Optical Express Friends and Family Discount scheme We offer an array of flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle, to include longer hours across fewer days and patterns that support your family or lifestyle commitments. Full and part time opportunities are available. Relocation allowances will be considered. Optical Express is committed to providing clinicians and patients alike with access to state of the art diagnostic and treatment technologies from a range of market leaders such as Carl Zeiss and Johnson & Johnson Vision. If this role is of interest to you, you can apply by hitting the apply now button below.

sk:n Edinburgh - Haymarket Following their recent acquisition, The Harley Medical Group and sk:n clinics are now part of the same Group that owns Optical Express and ACES, two of the leading ophthalmology providers, dedicated to giving both private and NHS patients world class levels of service and clinical care. We are seeking an Beauty/laser Practitioner to join our friendly, reliable and talented team at our Edinburgh Clinic on a part time basis. The Role: As part of your role as beauty/laser Practitioner, you will be responsible for meeting and greeting your clients, supporting and advising them on suitable treatments and products available to them and carrying out a wide range of advanced treatments. With outstanding levels of customer service and a genuine care and passion, you will be supporting your clients gain and achieve greater self-confidence through better skin! You will also be supporting with reception, diary management, and general administration and retailing of products. Experience, Qualifications and Personal Qualities: • Qualified to Level 3 in Beauty Therapy (or equivalent), Level 4 is highly desirable., • A minimum of 2 years’ experience within either an Aesthetics, Day Spa, Beauty Counter or Salon environment., • Team player, with a positive can do attitude., • Passionate about giving great customer service., • Experience of working to sales targets and be happy to get involved with promotional activity, • You should be willing and able to work evenings and weekends. What we offer: We offer genuine opportunities for career progression within the group and we have a structured career path for Practitioners to become Senior and Advanced Practitioners. We are the UK’s market leader within the rapidly expanding Aesthetic and Cosmetic industry and proud to be the leading dermatology, laser and skin experts with decades of experience. Treating over 25,000 clients each months through our nationwide network of over 50 clinics, we have a truly recognisable brand which have been carefully built over 25 years on the foundations of efficiency, knowledge and trust. What's in it for you? • A competitive hourly rate plus industry leading bonuses and commission, • Free Laser Eye and Intraocular Lens Surgery, • Discounts on prescription eyewear and sunglasses, • Generous Optical Express family & friends discount, • 29 days annual leave FTE, • Extensive training in the life changing treatments that we offer, • Workplace Pension Scheme If this sounds like the career path you have been looking for, we look forward to hearing from you! Please apply now by uploading your CV. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment. Optical Express is an equal opportunities employer.

We have an exceptional opportunity for an experienced (and fully supernumerary) Deputy Manager to join our management team at Ashley Court Nursing Home, our 50-bed home in Morningside just 15 minutes from Edinburgh city centre. This role has arisen due to the forthcoming retirement of our current long-serving Deputy Manager. Our home offers the very best in luxurious living for our residents, who enjoy a high standard of care in a friendly community setting. Ashley Court is well known in the local area and is truly integrated into the community, enjoying a reputation for compassion, warmth, and kindness. These qualities are the top priorities for our highly skilled team. The home is strong and stable, supported by an excellent staff group that has achieved positive and consistent Care Inspectorate grades for many years. Our current grades are 4 – Good. As Deputy Manager within Randolph Hill Nursing Homes Group, you will support the Manager with managing the budget, allowing local decisions to be made about the way the home is managed. You will benefit from the support of the Home Manager and from peer support offered by fellow managers, who have extensive experience and are well placed to provide ongoing advice and guidance. You will also be supported by a senior management team with a breadth of clinical knowledge and experience. All members of our senior team are on hand to advise and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The depth and strength within our management team has resulted in our homes consistently attaining positive grades with the Care Inspectorate. Our company is small enough to make decisions that fit local circumstances and needs, while avoiding unnecessary bureaucracy, yet large enough to provide extensive training and achieve high standards of care and professionalism. We have a proven track record of internal career progression, a close-knit fabric of support, and a stability that serves us well in a changing world. The Role As Deputy Manager at Ashley Court, you’ll support the Home Manager to lead our 50-bed home in Morningside, creating a warm, safe, and happy environment where residents thrive. You’ll set the standard for excellence, oversee daily operations, and inspire your team to deliver the very best in person-centred care. Key Responsibilities: • Maintain a safe, healthy, and homely setting where residents feel valued and happy., • Set and uphold high standards in all areas, consistently projecting a professional and compassionate approach., • Deputise for the Manager and assist in the complete running of the home., • Employ, train and develop staff at all levels and monitor progress., • Monitor resident and nursing plans and assist nurses in care planning if required, • Recruitment of staff with support from Recruitment Manager, • Achieving and maintaining highest possible occupancy, • Maintaining strong working relationships internally and externally To support the Home Manager with: • Managing the home efficiently and effectively, ensuring financial sustainability within company budgets., • Involving residents in shaping improvements and championing truly person-centred care. As our residents say: “We would like someone who is kind, caring and helpful, with the right attitude and a real desire for the role.”, • Building strong relationships with the local community and overseeing all aspects of operational management., • Leading, developing, and motivating a team of nurses, carers, and support staff, fostering respect and a positive team culture. About You: • Registered Nurse (with current NMC PIN), or hold SVQ Level 4 in Social Services and Healthcare (or equivalent), and SVQ 4 in Leadership and Management., • Extensive deputy management experience within a care home environment., • We will also consider someone who has worked at Charge Nurse or Unit Manager level and is now looking for a step up., • Clear and confident communicator with excellent listening skills., • Experience working with older people, and a sound understanding of dementia., • Ability to maintain a positive, solutions-focused attitude at all times., • Knowledge of employment law, the private sector, and care home regulations is desirable. What we Offer: • Highly competitive salary of £60,933, plus a £1,500 joining bonus., • Excellent company bonus scheme, recognition and reward for outstanding performance., • Fully supernumerary role, • A genuine ethos of work/life balance., • Strong support from a skilled Senior Team and Head Office., • 33 days’ holiday, increasing with service., • Competitive contributory pension scheme., • Private medical healthcare for yourself, your spouse, and children in full-time education up to age 21., • Enhanced Sick Pay, full pay for 3 months, half pay for a further 3 months., • Be part of an organisation with an excellent reputation for delivering quality care., • High level of autonomy to run your home, with full clinical, operational, and administrative support., • Payment of annual professional registration fees (NMC or SSSC). Is This Your Next Opportunity? This role is ideal for an experienced Deputy Manager who: • Wants greater autonomy to make meaningful decisions and support the people in their care., • Is passionate about achieving high standards and making a real difference to residents’ lives., • Values being part of a supportive management network and a business with a clear purpose and vision. Morningside is easily accessible from much of the Lothians, with excellent road and rail links. Onsite parking makes commuting straightforward. A full job description is available. If you’d like to find out more about this opportunity with Randolph Hill Nursing Homes Group, you can arrange an informal discussion by contacting Owen Edwards, Recruitment Manager, on 07786 651500.

Come and join us in Edinburgh - We care, the way you care Hello, I'm Owen, Recruitment Manager for Randolph Hill Nursing Homes Group. I'm excited to share that we are searching for an outstanding Care Assistant to join us at our Ashley Court or Blenham House Nursing homes, located in Morningside or Sighthill, Edinburgh, top performing homes in the area for many years. Permanent full or part time or bank posts are available. Company Benefits; · Excellent rate of pay - £13.77 - £16.48 per hour - we are an accredited Living Wage employer · Optional overtime paid at time + 33% (£18.31 - £21.92 per hour) · Permanent full or part time or staff bank opportunities available · Enhanced sick pay covering up to 28 weeks · Fully funded stakeholder pension scheme · Up to 33 days annual leave entitlement · Long service holidays and awards · Free parking on site · Staff retail and leisure discounts through our benefits hub · Rolling programme of mandatory training · Structured career development opportunities to up to Team Leader level · Friendly, stable and supportive management and head office team · "Recommend a Friend" scheme - £1000 for Nurses, £500 for Care Assistants · Positive reputation of our nursing homes with lower staff turnover than the sector average · Well run nursing homes with positive care inspection grades across all of our homes · More flexible working patterns can be achieved, if required, working on our separate staff bank team Job Purpose To provide professional clinical nursing to all residents whilst delivering strong leadership, abiding by the NMC’s code of professional conduct and supporting the Home Manager in the daily running of the Nursing Home. Main responsibilities • To promote the highest standards of care within the nursing home, • To uphold the residents rights to privacy, dignity and choice, • To provide a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff and visitors, • To adhere to SSSC Code of Conduct, • To set a good example at all times in respect of dress, manner, hygiene and behaviour, • To report any injuries, disease or dangerous practice to all relevant personnel, • To maintain correctly written records as required by the company and statutory bodies Knowledge, Skills and Experience • Minimum of 1 years care experience gained within any care of the elderly setting, whether this be nursing home, hospital or community based. We are also keen to hear from student nurses, • From time to time we may consider people without experience if they have good reasons for looking to work within the care sector and depending on skill mix within the home at that time, • For Principal Carer level posts an SVQ 3 is essential along with team leadership experience in a care home environment, • Experience of working with elderly people and knowledge of dementia, delivering clinical support in this area, • Time management, prioritisation of workload for self and greater team, • Ability to problem solve and manage a diverse range of situations effectively within a nursing home setting, • Strong oral and written communication skills, especially report writing, • Being able to deal with a variety of issues and respond appropriately Our Organisation Randolph Hill is one of Scotland’s long standing, reputable providers of care for older people. We own and run 7 nursing homes across east central Scotland with strong care inspection grades and good staffing levels, making it the perfect place to develop your career whilst building positive relationships with our residents and delivering a higher standard of care in our purposely designed nursing homes. At Randolph Hill, we provide structure to make a real difference. We are large enough to be able to provide what our teams need, such as a supportive management, detailed policies and procedures and regular comprehensive training, whilst still small enough to avoid becoming overly bureaucratic and making the right decision to fit each circumstance. We have a career pathway allowing our staff to progress their career with many examples. What do our Staff Say? “It is important to me to be treated as a person and not just a number. This is achieved at Randolph Hill when the senior management team make an effort to get to know all the staff employed in all the homes.” “I have always had better job satisfaction when employed by a smaller company in comparison to larger care home providers.” “The rate of pay is competitive for the area” “I enjoy the experience of caring for my residents and feel satisfied when I am able to make a difference in a resident’s quality of life. Randolph Hill provides a very comfortable environment and resources to make that possible. Randolph Hill provide a good and safe working environment, quality care and co-operative management and these were the most important factors in making my decision to join Randolph Hill.” “I am very proud to work for Randolph Hill. I have been employed by the company for over 5 years. The residents receive a high standard of care, delivered in a person centred manner. The staff and management have helped me to develop and progress in my career.”

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. \n We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. \n More about your role \n This a varied and interesting role, as Duty Manager you will wear many hats! Such as managing, recruiting and training staff, dealing with customer's concerns, driving up memberships, preparing reports and attending meetings. You will represent the Places Leisure and you will need to be a motivated individual who will take on responsibility to lead a team and ensure the efficient day to day running of the centre. \n You will need a flexible approach to work being open to working shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays. \n For more information please download our job profile available on our website. \n More about you \n With this role you will be managing a team, so previous experience in a supervisory/management capacity within a leisure facility would be desirable. As a Duty Manager you will become one of our registered first aiders and therefore first aid experience would set you apart from other candidates. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service and leadership skills. Level 2 qualification in Gym or Fitness Instruction desirable. \n Benefits \n We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. \n We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: \n\n • We align with the Real Living Wage foundation\n, • Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors\n, • A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%\n, • Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)\n, • An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave\n, • Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development\n, • Access to our Company Pension scheme\n, • Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year\n, • Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes\n At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. \n We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. \n By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.

MiAlgae, an Edinburgh-based biotech, applies leading advances in science and technology to improve food security and reduce the impact of humanity on the planet. We're seeking a Head of Procurement to shape our sustainable procurement and supply chain. Opportunity The Head of Procurement will establish and lead MiAlgae’s procurement and supply chain function at a strategic and operational level. In this senior role, you will develop and execute procurement strategies for a just-in-time manufacturing supply chain, ensuring that raw materials (such as distillery by-products and other inputs) and equipment are sourced efficiently to meet production needs. You will manage key supplier relationships and contracts, negotiate favourable terms, and oversee all purchasing activities – including handling capital expenditure (CAPEX) purchases for our expanding production facilities. Initially, you will operate as an individual contributor (with no direct reports), focusing on building processes and supplier networks; as the company grows, you will be expected to build and lead a Procurement team, hiring and mentoring staff to support MiAlgae’s scale-up. This role is part of the management team and will work closely with Operations, Finance, and R&D to support MiAlgae’s growth objectives. Key Responsibilities • Procurement Strategy & Policy: Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with MiAlgae’s business goals and just-in-time production model. Establish procurement policies, procedures, and best practices to drive cost efficiency, quality, and sustainability in the supply chain., • Supplier Relationship Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key suppliers for raw materials (e.g. whisky co-products, nutrients) and services. Negotiate and maintain supplier contracts and framework agreements, ensuring optimal terms, reliable supply, and strong long-term partnerships. Emphasize strategic supplier development and risk management to guarantee supply continuity., • Contracts & Negotiations: Lead contract negotiations with suppliers and service providers, securing competitive pricing and favourable terms while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Manage supplier performance and enforce contract SLAs, resolving any issues regarding quality, delivery, or cost promptly., • CAPEX and Equipment Procurement: Oversee procurement of capital equipment and infrastructure for manufacturing scale-up. Work closely with engineering and operations teams to source and purchase bioreactors, processing equipment, and other CAPEX items, managing the end-to-end process from RFP/tender to commissioning. Ensure major capital purchases deliver the best value and support long-term operational needs., • Inventory & Supply Chain Management: Develop a lean, just-in-time inventory system to minimise waste and storage costs without compromising production schedules. Coordinate closely with production planning to ensure raw materials are delivered just in time for use. Monitor inventory levels of critical materials and implement reorder strategies or buffer stocks as appropriate to prevent stock-outs., • Logistics & Delivery: Optimise logistics processes for cost-effectiveness and reliability and ensure all import/export or customs requirements (if applicable) are handled correctly., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with the Operations and Production teams to forecast material requirements and adjust procurement plans accordingly. Partner with the Finance team on budgeting, cost tracking, and reporting for procurement activities (e.g. providing CAPEX and OPEX forecasts related to supply chain). Support R&D and Product Development by sourcing new materials or samples when needed for trials., • Team Building & Leadership: As the company grows, recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing procurement team. Mentor junior procurement staff and instill best practices in sourcing, negotiation, and supply management. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ethical sourcing, and collaboration within the team and with other departments., • Continuous Improvement: Track key metrics (KPIs) for procurement and supply chain performance (cost savings, lead times, supplier OTIF – on-time-in-full, inventory turns, etc.). Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate supply risks. Stay updated on market trends (e.g. material price fluctuations, new suppliers, supply disruptions) and proactively adjust strategies, including developing contingency plans or secondary suppliers for critical items. This role may also take on additional responsibilities as needed in a dynamic startup environment. Candidate Requirements • Experience: Significant experience (ideally 7+ years) in procurement and supply chain management, with a track record of senior-level responsibility. Experience in fast growth manufacturing industries is highly preferred, as it provides valuable context for our operations. Candidates should have proven ability to manage end-to-end procurement in a manufacturing or process-industry setting (from sourcing through to delivery), including handling of CAPEX projects and raw material sourcing., • Supplier & Contract Management: Demonstrated expertise in managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts of substantial value. Strong negotiation skills with the ability to deliver cost savings while building win-win partnerships. Familiarity with key suppliers and contractors relevant to biotech / food supply chains is an advantage., • Just-in-Time & Supply Chain Knowledge: Solid understanding of supply chain planning, inventory management (e.g. MRP systems), and just-in-time procurement methodologies in a production environment. Able to design supply strategies that ensure materials are available exactly when needed, without excess stock., • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field. A strong analytical foundation (e.g. in engineering or business) is beneficial for managing complex procurement decisions., • Professional Certification: Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) certification (e.g. MCIPS) or an equivalent professional qualification is strongly preferred. Ongoing commitment to professional development in procurement/supply chain (such as keeping up with CIPS standards or similar) will be viewed favourably., • Leadership & Autonomy: Self-starter with leadership qualities – able to set up a function from scratch and work independently. Proven ability to take ownership of projects and drive them to completion. Experience in building or scaling up a team or function is a plus (even if you haven’t formally managed a large team before, you should demonstrate leadership in cross-functional projects or initiatives)., • Skills: Excellent negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels (from suppliers’ reps to internal executives). Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities – comfortable with data analysis, cost modelling, and making strategic decisions based on metrics. High level of organization and attention to detail, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks in a fast-moving supply chain. Desirable Skills & Experience • Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the feed and food supply chain or related domains (e.g. pet food ingredients, agritech). Prior experience dealing with agricultural co-products or fermentation-based production inputs would be an advantage., • Startup/Growth Environment: Experience working in a startup or scale-up environment where you have built processes or teams from the ground up. Comfort with the agility and hands-on approach required in a high-growth company., • Systems & Tools: Experience implementing or using procurement and ERP software systems (for example, e-procurement platforms, inventory management systems, supplier databases). Ability to leverage digital tools to improve procurement workflow and data visibility., • Sustainability & Ethics: A passion for sustainable and ethical sourcing. Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices or circular economy principles in supply chains will align well with MiAlgae’s mission., • Additional Certifications: Lean or Six Sigma experience in supply chain optimization, or project management certification (e.g. PMP/Prince2) for managing complex procurement projects, can be beneficial. Even if you don’t have all the above, we encourage candidates who are strong in the core requirements and eager to learn the rest to apply. Benefits • Competitive Compensation: A market-aligned salary (as noted). We reward high performance and business impact., • Holidays: 32 days holiday per year (to recharge and refresh), plus flexible working arrangements. Additional annual leave per complete year of service – up to 5 additional days., • Pension & Benefits: 5% company pension contribution. We also offer a Cycle to Work scheme and free on-site parking for employees., • Wellness Perks: 50% company contribution to gym membership to support your health and wellbeing. We also organize social events and team activities – we’re a friendly, inclusive team that enjoys celebrating our successes together., • Growth & Development: The opportunity to build a team and function from the ground up, making a real mark on the company’s trajectory. We provide tailored training and development plans, and you’ll be part of the MiAlgae leadership team, influencing strategy.

Closing date: 29-08-2025 Customer Team Leader Location: South Clerk Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9NZ Pay: £13.99 per hour Contract: 16 hours per week + regular overtime, permanent, part time Working pattern: shifts will fall between 14:00 - 22:00, to be discussed at interview Full, paid training provided You can now apply for this role using your mobile device (no CV needed!) You must be aged 18 or over to be a customer team leader at Co-op, as you’ll need to authorise age-related sales. We’re looking for Customer Team Leaders to join our team at Co-op. When you join Co-op, you’ll get dedicated support to help you grow your career, as well as amazing benefits including 36 days holiday, a pension with up to 10% Co-op contribution, access to virtual healthcare services for you and your family, and a 30% discount on all Co-op products in our stores. As a Customer Team Leader, you’ll be part of a friendly team that’s dedicated to helping our customers. We’ll look to you to help lead the store team – coaching and supervising our Customer Team Members and deputising for the Store Manager, while also delivering great customer service and performing a wide range of other tasks around the store like re-stocking shelves and cleaning up spillages. At Co-op, we do things a different way. For over 175 years we’ve been focused on making things fairer for our members and their communities, and as a colleague we promise to take care of you. You’ll get support for your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, as well as market leading policies to help you through life events from bereavement and pregnancy loss to fertility treatment and menopause. What you’ll do • Friendly and thoughtful service – you’ll give friendly, welcoming, easy, helpful and thoughtful service every day, often taking ownership for managing the store and handling challenging situations, • Develop your team's capabilities through coaching and training, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone's voice is valued and respected, • Make sure that the store remains safe, legal, and fully operational, • Manage diligence checks and stock accuracy to make shopping a great experience for our customers, • Support your store manager by deputising when they’re not working and delivering a variety of HR processes, • Lead the way when introducing new products and services in your store – work closely with your team to implement change and encourage open and honest feedback, • Build relationships and get involved in your local community, supporting your Store Manager with the delivery of the local Co-op community plan This job would suit people who have • A genuine care for the needs of customers and members, • The ability to strike a balance between leading and supporting your team and rolling up your sleeves on the shop floor, • Great people skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues, • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, • A desire to learn, grow and develop your leadership skills, • The flexibility to work a range of different shifts Why Co-op? • Full, paid training and dedicated support for your personal development and career progression, • 30% discount on all Co-op products in-store plus 10% discounts on all other brands, • A pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions, • Wagestream– a money management app giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, • 36 days of holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata for part time colleagues), • Virtual healthcare services for you and your family, including access to GP appointments, eye care, mental health support, and nutrition and fitness consultations, • 24/7 employee assistance service, • Rotas shared three weeks in advance and accessible on your phone, • Cycle-to-work scheme Building an inclusive workplace We want to build diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want our stores to be inclusive environments, where our colleagues can reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. We'll ask whether you’d like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply. If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we’ll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate. You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply -process. You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity -inclusion-wellbeing. As part of the application process for this job, you’ll need to complete two online assessments. It will take around 20 minutes to complete these tests. We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.