Sainsbury's
Trading Assistant - Shift
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Trading Assistant - Shift
Store Associate (Physical/Fulfillment) – Supermarket
What you’ll be doing:
- Collecting stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG) to replenish a variety of items across the store, ensuring shelves are kept clean, tidy, and well-stocked with brilliantly presented products
- Supporting customers with friendly, efficient service—proactively assisting with queries, stock queries, and ensuring a great shopping experience during opening hours
- Date-checking fresh produce and groceries to maintain food safety standards
- Supporting across the store as needed, assisting with deliveries and providing coverage where required
- Building detailed knowledge of our products, promotions, and services to confidently recommend special offers and solutions to customers
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague:
Our ideal fit thrives in a fast-paced, physical, and energetic overnight environment—both independently and as part of a team:
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- Enjoys working overnight shifts in demanding conditions, often solo, but loves collaborating to achieve results
- Friendly, approachable, and passionate about delivering exceptional customer service
- A self-starter, taking ownership of tasks and using initiative to resolve challenges efficiently
- Flexible and adaptable—willing to rotate roles and maintain high standards across the store.
- Digitally savvy, with a willingness to learn and utilise new tools and technology effectively
- Detail-oriented, ensuring the store remains clutter-free and customer-focused
Why join Sainsbury’s?
We’re proud to offer market-leading benefits to support your career and wellbeing:
- Overnight Shift Premium – An extra £2.45/hour for shifts between midnight and 5 AM (where applicable)
- Discounts – 15% off Sainsbury’s (Mon–Sat) + 10% on Argos, Tu, and Habitat after just four weeks
- Free meals & hot drinks available in-store
- Holiday pay & parental leave – Proportional to hours worked, plus maternity/paternity leave
- Pension match – We’ll contribute 4–7.5% of your pension contributions
- Share Schemes – Access to discounted Sainsbury’s shares
- Exclusive Perks – Discounts on gyms, dining, holidays, and retail vouchers
- Wellbeing Support – Free confidential Employee Assistance Programme, emotional support, and health resources
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