Sainsbury's
Trading Assistant - Shift
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Trading Assistant - Shift
Trading Assistant – Sainsbury’s Stores
About the Role
Our stores are dynamic, local hubs delivering outstanding value, quality, and service. As a Trading Assistant, you’ll contribute to maintaining exceptional standards, ensuring shelves are well-stocked, and enhancing the customer shopping experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Stock management: Collect heavy stock (up to 15KG) from the warehouse using roll cages and replenish shelves across the store
- Customer service: Serve customers proactively, answer questions, and offer assistance whenever needed in an open store
- Product care: Check dates on fresh produce and grocery items
- Versatility: Assist ubiquitously across the store (including deliveries) based on real-time needs
- Knowledge sharing: Build expertise in products, promotions, and services to provide helpful recommendations
Core Values & Requirements
What We’re Looking For
✅ Thrives in fast-paced, overnight shifts and enjoys physical work (though offers team collaboration opportunities) ✅ Exhibits a welcoming attitude with genuine affection for customer service ✅ Takes initiative: independent tasks and problem-solving mindset ✅ Flexible approach to work aimed at delivering high standards across the store ✅ Comfortable using digital systems/tools in a progressive work environment ✅ Keen attention to detail, ensuring a faultless and organised store layout
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Working Hours & Conditions
Shift Timeline
- Eligibility: Minimum age 18 for this entry-level role (dependent on overnight labour restrictions and goods handling)
- Relocation: Confirmed UK Right to Work is mandatory
Benefits & Rewards
Competitive Pay & Perks
• Nightshift premium (in addition to the hourly rate): £2.45 extra per hour (midnight–5am) • Discount card: 10% off at sister brands (Argos, Tu, Habitat) after 4 weeks; in-store upgrade to 15% on Fridays/Saturdays • Convenience: Free food and hot drinks provided to all in-store colleagues • Holiday entitlement: Tailored to hours worked—plus maternity/paternity leave support • Pension match: 4%–7.5% employer contribution • Retail savings options: Enrolment in Sainsbury’s share schemes+purchasing shares at discounts • Life advantages: Exclusive promotions (gift memberships, holidays, gym patronships, voucher rewards)
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Inclusion Statement
We foster a diverse, supportive community: inclusivity training, mentor pathways, and flexible accommodation (e.g. carers’ leave). Proud as a Disability Confident employer, we apply structured interviews to ensure equitable opportunities.
Note on Timing:
Applications may close rapidly—apply at your earliest convenience. Application ensues directly with your *selected store (*contact details provided).
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