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Trading Assistant - Shift
Store Team Member (Overnight Shift) – Warehouse & Replenishment
Responsibilities
You’ll play a vital role in keeping our store running smoothly with:
- Collecting stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG) to:
- Replenish shelves and ensure products are well-presented, clean, and tidy
- Support a fast-paced, high-energy overnight environment (often working independently)
- Customer service excellence:
- Delivering proactive, friendly assistance when the store is open
- Date-checking fresh produce and groceries for safety and quality
- Answering customer questions with confident product knowledge
- Flexible multi-tasking:
- Assisting across different store areas (e.g., till operations, stock control)
- Supporting deliveries and external tasks as needed
- Blending teamwork with self-direction:
- Taking initiative to solve problems and own your tasks
- Upskilling rapidly – training covers warehousing, customer service, and operational skills
What a Great Sainsbury’s Colleague Looks Like
Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, physical overnight role and stands out because they:
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- Love the late shift: Enjoy working overnight alone or as part of a team in a dynamic environment
- Customer-first mindset:
- Warm, approachable, and enthusiastic at serving customers
- Proactive – spotting needs before customers even ask (“Help yourself, help us” ethos)
- Reliability & adaptability:
- Flexible with schedules, covering multiple roles as demand shifts
- Detail-oriented – maintaining a clutter-free, inviting store
- Tech-savvy: Quick to learn our digital tools (e.g. inventory systems, customer apps)
- Initiative-driven:
- Owns their work and understands how tasks impact the customer experience
- Growth-minded – always eager to develop new skills
What We Offer: Your Rewards for Joining Sainsbury’s
Sainsbury’s is committed to market-leading benefits that reward your commitment:
Competitive Pay & Incentives
- +Nightshift premium: Earn £2.45 extra per hour for shifts between midnight and 5am (in addition to the hourly rate).
Customer & Colleague Perks
- 10% off discount (after 4 weeks):
- 15% off Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday
- Extended to Argos, Tu, and Habitat
- Freebies in-store:
- Hot drinks and meals provided 24/7 for all Colleagues
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Life Beyond the Store
- Fair holiday pay: Based on hours worked + guaranteed statutory days off
- Pension match: Up to 7.5% of your contributions (progressive tiering)
- Sainsbury’s Share Schemes:
- Buy company shares at discounted prices (e.g.,via the Directors’ Scheme)
- Lifestyle benefits:
- exclusive shopping discounts (gyms, holidays, fashion, dining)
- Wellbeing support: Confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme (covering mental health, financial advice, etc.)
Important Notes
- Apply fast: Vacancies can close rapidly—submit your application without delay.
- Post-application contact: For updates, contact the store you’ve applied to directly (find details here).
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