Sainsbury's
Trading Assistant - Shift
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Trading Assistant - Shift
Trading Assistant – Working in Our Stores
Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are ever the same. They are at the heart of the local community, providing outstanding value, quality, and exceptional service.
As one of our Trading Assistants, you’ll be the special ingredient that ensures our stores are set up brilliantly, delivering everything customers expect from Sainsbury’s.
Eligibility
- Must be at least 18 years old (due to working hours and potential need to handle items like alcohol)
- Must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
Key Responsibilities
- Replenishing stock: Collect inventory from warehouses using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG), ensuring shelves are stocked with a wide range of items and presented attractively.
- Customer service: Assistance in serving customers, answering questions, and proactively offering support.
- Quality control: Dating and checking fresh produce and grocery items.
- Store support: Flexible involvement across the store, including assisting with deliveries.
- Product knowledge development: Building expertise in our products, services, and promotions to provide tailored recommendations.
What Makes a Great Sainsbury’s Colleague
We’re looking for employees who thrive in: ✔ A fast-paced, energetic overnight shift environment (often solo, but proud team player) ✔ Enjoying friendly, approachable interactions with customers ✔ Taking personal accountability for tasks and using initiative to resolve issues ✔ Flexibility to work productively across the store to high standards – think fast learning, adaptability, and continuous improvement ✔ Embracing new digital tools and technology ✔ Maintaining meticulous attention to detail, fostering a clean, clutter-free environment for a seamless shopping experience
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Why Work for Sainsbury’s?
We reward our colleagues with generous benefits and growth opportunities:
Financial & Shopping Rewards
- Nightshift premium: An extra £2.45/hour (midnight – 5 AM)
- Discounts: 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Tu, Argos, and Habitat after 4 weeks; escalating to 15% off every Friday/Saturday at Sainsbury’s
- Free food and drinks provided for colleagues on-site
Wellbeing & Work-Life Balance
- Holistic entitlements based on hours worked (incl. maternity/paternity leave)
- Pension matched: We contribute 4–7.5% of pension contributions
- Health focusing benefits: Employer-linked shopper discounts (gyms, dining, holidays, etc.) and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Career & Long-Term Growth
- Share scheme: Purchasing discounted Sainsbury’s shares
- Mentorship and training to expand skills
- Career pathways & network growth leading to high internal representation and career mobility
Note to Applicants
Please apply promptly—that these vacancies often close quickly.
For application updates, contact the store you’ve applied to. Alternatively, further store contact details can be found here.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity
Sainsbury’s is proud to be an inclusive retailer, empowering all colleagues and customers:
🔹 Diverse leave policies for families and carers 🔹 Support resources & collaborative networks for gender/neurodivergence inclusivity 🔹 Development opportunities, including education funds, progression coaching, and mentorship (e.g., partnerships with tech, hospitality sectors) 🔹 Disability Confident Leader status – Assessment interview prioritises collapses matching essential criteria 🔹 Adjustments for fairness – Please contact us if you need reasonable support during application/recruitment
Learn more about our inclusive culture here.
Apply today: Let’s shape the future of Britain’s shops together. 🍎🥖
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