Retail Shift Manager (Night Shift)
About this role
Retail Shift Manager (Night Shift)
Location: Ridge Road, MK42 7LZ Bedford
Contract Type: Full Time (30 - 37.5-hour contract, Night Shifts)
Experience Level: Entry Level
Salary: £15.45 - £15.95 per hour (plus £3.50 per hour for night shifts and £2.00 per hour for bank holidays)
Reference Number: 762614
Important Note: Interviews are scheduled to be held on 5th and 6th November 2026.
About Us
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are dedicated to connecting talented individuals with fantastic career opportunities. We are currently partnering with a leading nationwide retailer to find a reliable, organised, and driven Retail Shift Manager for night shifts to join their team in Bedford.
Everyone who works here brings something unique to the table, but they share a common goal: they are reliable, organised, and ready to go far. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!
The Role
As a Retail Shift Manager, you’ll help maintain high standards day after day, night after night. From motivating your team and delegating tasks to rolling up your sleeves and getting stuck in, you’ll keep the store running smoothly through the night. You’ll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership: Motivate and support your team, learning from leadership and company principles.
Problem Solving: Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks effectively to keep shifts running smoothly.
Store Operations: Create an environment where colleagues can succeed, and manage operations in the absence of the Store and Deputy Store Managers.
Inventory & Quality: Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory, and stock management.
Customer Experience: Give customers the very best experience every time they visit the store.
What You’ll Need
Experience: Experience leading a sizeable team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment.
Leadership & Delegation: The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team.
Composure: Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation.
Drive & Passion: A passion to thrive as a key part of the store team.
Proactive Attitude: A proactive and encouraging approach to help colleagues develop themselves and store operations.
What You’ll Receive
Competitive Pay: £15.45 - £15.95 per hour, with exceptional shift premiums (£3.50 per hour for night shifts and £2.00 per hour for bank holidays).
Holiday Allowance: 30–35 days’ annual holiday (pro rata).
Perks & Discounts: 10% in-store discount and a contributory pension scheme.
Growth & Support: Enhanced family leave, long service awards, and ongoing training to help you thrive and progress in your career.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Please note: Employment is conditional upon the company's receipt of satisfactory references and, if requested, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.