Deputy Manager

Deputy Store Manager

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Location: Kendal

Salary: £14.75 - £15.72 per hour

⭐ Store Running Premium: Earn an additional +£4.00 per hour while running the store!

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Flexible contracts between 25–35 hours per week

About the Role

Are you an experienced team leader ready to step up and take real responsibility? Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is looking for a dynamic, results-driven Deputy Store Manager to join our partner store team in Kendal.

In this pivotal leadership role, you’ll support the Store Manager in driving sales, managing costs, training colleagues, and delivering an exceptional shopping experience. It is the perfect stepping stone for high-performing supervisors and team leaders aiming for full store management.

Key Responsibilities

• Store Leadership: Confidently run store operations in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager.

• Customer Excellence: Drive outstanding customer service standards across the entire team.

• Operations & Finance: Support store KPIs, monitor stock rotation, maintain product quality, and oversee till cashing up and safe deposits.

• Team Development: Help train, motivate, and boost engagement across the store team.

• Compliance: Ensure all Health & Safety and due diligence standards are consistently met.

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments (retail management experience is a plus!).

• Operational Skills: Strong abilities in time management, cost control, and meeting performance targets.

• High Standards: Passionate about customer service, compliance, and maintaining store presentation.

• Motivation: Driven to lead by example and continuously improve operational efficiency.

Pay & Benefits

Step into a rewarding leadership role with an exceptional benefits and pay package:

• 💰 Competitive Pay & Premiums: £14.75 – £15.72 per hour, plus an extra £4.00 per hour premium when you are running the store.

• ⏰ Work-Life Balance: Flexible contracts (25 to 35 hours per week) and 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays).

• 📈 Career Progression: Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities to propel your career toward Store Management.

• 🧘 Lifestyle Perks: Discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, holiday deals, and health benefits.

• 👶 Family Support: Enhanced parental perks, including up to 26 weeks of full pay for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave (after 1 year of service).