Assistant Manager

Company: Screwfix Direct Ltd
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Location: Darwen
Job Description:

  • From £28,250.00 per year
  • Fixed Term/Secondment (35.75 hours) – Fixed

Everything we do starts with the people we serve. We’re proud to be the traders behind the tradespeople: the nuts and bolts behind the job, always ready to save the day (or at least the project).

From power tools to workwear, cables to pipe fittings, we offer over 60,000 products across 1000+ stores – and that’s not to mention our industry‑leading digital services.

Supporting the Retail Branch Manager, you’ll ensure our customers remain at the heart of everything we do. You’ll continually seek ways to improve processes and outcomes, recognising that small differences can create big impacts. With robust training programmes and varied shift patterns to support development, you’ll be on a clear path to a promising career.

Our commitment to a healthy work‑life balance encourages part‑time applications, with a minimum of 22.5 hours over 3 days.

Bonus

Year‑long bonuses are awarded based on business targets and performance measures.

Cycle to Work

Enjoy savings of up to 25‑39% on bikes and accessories through our Cycle to Work Scheme.

High Street Shopping Discounts

Receive discounts at Screwfix, B&Q, and other major high‑street retailers.

Share Plans

Become a Kingfisher shareholder through various available schemes.

Simply Health

Customise your health plan with dental care, acupuncture, and more – claim back money for treatments.

Long Service Awards

Celebrate milestones with extra pay, bonus holiday days, and tangible rewards.

Pension

Choose your contribution amount and receive up to 14% per month in matching contributions.

Life Cover

Opt in and receive up to 4× your annual salary through the Death in Service payment.

Retail Trust

Access free wellbeing resources, including a confidential counselling service, to support mental health.

Screwfix and B&Q Discounts

Enjoy 20% off all B&Q and Screwfix products as part of the Kingfisher group.

Mind Training

Partnered with Mind, UK’s leading mental health charity, we provide colleagues with support and tools to look after mental health.

Screwfix Community

Stay connected and access resources whether working from our stores, offices or home.

Self‑Development

Leverage learning tools such as LinkedIn Learning to advance job‑related skills or pursue personal interests.

Enhanced Family Leave

Inclusive Enhanced Family Leave policy with competitive pay terms, exceeding statutory requirements.

Training programmes

Action‑based learning under close mentorship to develop leadership skills and tackle real business challenges.

Trade Up to Assistant Store Manager

Through a supportive training programme, supervisors can progress to Assistant Store Manager in 12‑15 months, qualifying with a Level 3 Retail Team Leader Apprenticeship.

Trade Up to Branch Manager

Over 15 months, acquire close supervision and structured learning to run a store, earning a Level 4 Retail Manager Apprenticeship and deep knowledge of motivating and developing a team.

Learning for Life

All staff can access wider life skills training; partnerships with Skills Forward offer Maths and English coaching to colleagues and families.

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Posted: July 10th, 2026