Tesco careers: UK supermarket launches seasonal Christmas 2025 jobs drive, including part time roles – apply
The retailer is offering flexible seasonal roles for shoppers and job seekers alike 🎄
- Tesco is hiring over 28,500 temporary staff across the UK for the Christmas period
- Roles include customer service, stocking shelves, and picking online orders
- Shifts are available in Superstores and Extra stores, covering mornings, days, and evenings
- Seasonal recruitment is part of a wider UK supermarket hiring surge, with Sainsbury’s and Aldi also taking on festive staff
- Applicants can apply online via the Tesco Careers website for flexible seasonal roles
As the holiday season approaches, one major supermarket is stepping up its festive preparations by recruiting more than 28,500 temporary staff across the UK.
Tesco is seeking enthusiastic colleagues to help make Christmas shopping smoother and more enjoyable for customers.
The seasonal roles are mainly based in Tesco’s Superstores and Extra stores, covering early morning, day, and evening shifts.
Job responsibilities vary, from serving customers and stocking shelves to picking online orders for home delivery.
The positions offer a chance for those looking to gain retail experience, earn extra income over the holidays, or even explore a future career with one of the UK’s largest supermarket chains.
Ela Golab, Tesco’s Group People Services Director, said: “We’re excited to be recruiting festive colleagues to help make it a season to remember for our customers.
“With the busy Christmas period ahead, we are looking for people who can bring warmth, enthusiasm, and a helpful service to every shopping trip.”
The recruitment push comes amid a wider surge in seasonal hiring across the grocery sector.
Sainsbury’s is recruiting 19,000 temporary staff, including 17,000 in supermarkets and 2,000 at Argos, while Aldi plans to take on 4,500 seasonal employees. Roles across these chains include serving customers, stocking shelves, and delivering last-minute gifts.
How to apply for Tesco jobs and careers
Applying for a Christmas role at Tesco is straightforward. Prospective candidates can visit the Tesco Careers website, where seasonal vacancies are listed by location and job type.
Applicants can search for roles that suit their availability, create an online profile, and submit their application directly through the portal.
Successful candidates may be invited to attend interviews or online assessments before being offered a position.
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