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Home Delivery Driver
Home Delivery Driver (Store-Based Role)
Working in our stores
Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are ever the same, and food is at our core. They are the heart of the local community, delivering outstanding value, quality, and service. As a Home Delivery Driver, you’ll be a key part of the team that brings Sainsbury’s online customers their groceries safely and efficiently.
Eligibility
To apply, you must:
- Be over 18 and hold a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months
- Have no more than 6 penalty points on your licence
- Successfully complete an online driving risk assessment during the interview process, followed by a practical driving assessment once hired
- Meet Right to Work eligibility in the UK
What you’ll be doing
- Drive a 3.5-tonne van to deliver groceries efficiently, on time, and in excellent condition
- Perform pre-delivery checks to ensure the van is organised, clean, roadworthy, and secure before setting out
- Navigate various locations safely, adapting to residential, rural, or urban delivery routes
- Provide exceptional customer service, answering questions, managing substitutions, and communicating del mismo (деналежаlidays)
- Build strong product knowledge to recommend items and discuss promotions
- Assist in-store as needed when not on deliveries, contributing to team productivity
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What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague?
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- A friendly, customer-focused attitude with passion for delivering the best experience
- Proven ability to drive large vehicles effectively (van to counters, narrow lanes, challenging environments)
- Thrives in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment, with energy and adaptability
- Willing to work flexibly across the store, developing multiple skills and taking initiative
- Comfortable with digital tools and agile in adopting new technology
- Physically capable of handling heavy shopping containers (up to 15kg)
Sainsbury’s enforces a safe driving policy with in-cab AI cameras, monitoring behaviour for compliance and road safety.
Rewards of working for us
Our commitment to your success includes: ✂ 10% discount on groceries, Argos, Tu, and Habitat (increases to 15% off Sainsbury’s food products every Friday/Saturday after four weeks) ✅ Free refreshments—snacks and drinks provided for all employees 🌱 Generous holiday entitlement, including parental leave brackets 💡 Pension matching (4–7.5% contribution) 📈 Sharesavers scheme—purchase Sainsbury’s shares at reduced prices 🏅 Dedicated employee discounts: including gym memberships, dining, flights, and vouchers 💙 Wellbeing support including confidential counselling (Employee Assistance Programme)
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Inclusivity & Development for all
We strive to be an inclusive employer and retailer, where everyone—colleagues and customers—feel welcomed. Among our key initiatives:
- Enhanced leave for carers and families
- Training & resources to foster effective communication and representation
- Colleague networks to promote visibility and eliminate workplace barriers
- Ongoing mentorship, training programs, and career progression opportunities
- Dedicated disability confidence—shortlisting assessments prioritise candidates with the strongest skill matches
If you require reasonable adjustments at any point in the hiring process, please notify us. We’ll support your needs.
For more information on our fully inclusive culture, visit [our inclusivity page].
(Store-specific inquiries should contact recruitment@sainsburys.co.uk directly.)
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