Online Assistant

Sainsbury's

Nov 7

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Customer Relations
Facilities Management
London

Requirements

Be comfortable working with new technology and being active, including lifting and moving shopping containers up to 15kg.
You will need to be at least 18 years of age if the shifts for this role cover hours earlier than 6am or later than 11pm.
Sainsbury's will only recruit individuals who have passed the school leaver’s age.

Responsibilities

Be our magic ingredient this Christmas as an Online Assistant by being part of the team that picks and delivers online customer orders to their doorsteps.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role, helping to make good food joyful to all our customers and deliver plenty of seasonal cheer.
As an Online Assistant you could be on the shop floor picking our customers’ orders, taking real care to select the best quality products and making every effort to give them exactly what they have asked for.
Or you could be working in our online warehouse, supporting with customer queries, processing orders through the tills and even working with our online Drivers to load their vans so they’re ready to hit the road on-time.
Whichever area you’re working in, you’ll take pride in doing the right thing for our customers and have a keen attention to detail.
It’s important you are also comfortable working with new technology and being active, including lifting and moving shopping containers up to 15kg.
We aim to make everyone who joins us be the best they can be and are committed to being a fully inclusive retailer where our customers love to shop, and our colleagues love to work!
Whilst many of our roles will be temporary over the festive period, there may also be permanent opportunities available - please check the contract type and schedule hours before applying to ensure that the role is right for you.
If the shifts for this role cover hours earlier than 6am or later than 11pm, you will need to be at least 18 years of age.
Sainsbury's will only recruit individuals who have passed the school leaver’s age.

FAQs

What is the hourly rate for the Online Assistant position?

The hourly rate for the Online Assistant position is £13.15 per hour.

Where is the Online Assistant position located?

The Online Assistant position is located at the Beckton Store, London, E6 6JF.

How many hours per week does the Online Assistant role require?

The Online Assistant role requires full-time hours of 12 hours per week.

What type of contract is offered for this position?

The Online Assistant position is a Fixed-Term Assignment.

What are the shift hours for this role?

The shift hours for this role are from 04:00 to 08:00.

What are the main responsibilities of an Online Assistant?

The main responsibilities of an Online Assistant include picking and delivering online customer orders, selecting high-quality products, processing orders, supporting customer queries, and loading vans for deliveries.

Is physical activity required for the Online Assistant role?

Yes, the role requires being active, including lifting and moving shopping containers up to 15kg.

Are there any age restrictions for this position?

Yes, candidates must be at least 18 years of age if their shifts cover hours earlier than 6am or later than 11pm.

What benefits are offered to colleagues in this position?

Benefits include a discount card, free food and hot drinks, generous holiday entitlement, family leave, pension contributions, share schemes, and wellbeing support.

Is there an opportunity for permanent positions after the festive season?

Yes, while many roles are temporary for the festive period, there may also be permanent opportunities available.

Sainsbury's

Lend a hand, lead an industry, break the mould. Become the best you that you can be, in a role you enjoy.

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1869

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sainsbury's is one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, offering a wide range of groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other products both in-store and online. With a focus on quality, affordability, and convenience, Sainsbury's serves millions of customers across the country through its network of stores, online shopping platform, and delivery services. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Sainsbury's strives to reduce its environmental impact, support local communities, and promote healthier living choices among its customers.

Benefits

Colleague discount card
4 weeks into your role, you’re eligible for a handy 10% off your shop. That’s every time you spend with Sainsbury’s, Argos or Habitat, in store and online. And you can nominate a second user for your card, be that your mother, brother or significant other (as long as you live at the same address).
Annual bonus scheme
While our bonus schemes vary across different sites and roles, they all share the same feel-good factor. Good to know.
Pensions
Planning for your future? So are we. We’ll automatically enroll you onto our pension scheme. And we’ll give you free life cover, equating to a year’s pay. If you choose to pay more with Step Up contributions, then your pension and life cover increases.
Holidays
Whilst holiday allowances vary across roles, we offer a paid holiday entitlement that grows as your career does.
Love it
Enjoy group outings and fun activities? The you’ll love “love it!”. Love it is the home for hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings at over a thousand retailers, including restaurants, cinemas and retail stores. What’s not to love?
Awards for long service
We owe so much to our long-serving colleagues. That’s why we’re all about rewarding their continuous service and celebrating their key milestones. Just the way it should be.

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