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Sainsbury's

Nov 4

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management
  • London

Requirements

  • It's a fast-paced role so you will need to be comfortable being active, including lifting and moving heavy shopping containers, as well as being confident working with new technology.
  • Whilst you will be part of a close-knit team, we’ll also trust you to work alone and use your initiative as you will be working throughout the night.
  • You’ll take pride in doing the right thing for our customers and have a keen attention to detail.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • From stocking shelves to date checking products to helping unload deliveries, you’ll support across the store to make sure it’s ready to deliver festive magic for our customers.
  • It’s a fast-paced role so you will need to be comfortable being active, including lifting and moving heavy shopping containers, as well as being confident working with new technology.
  • Whilst you will be part of a close-knit team, we’ll also trust you to work alone and use your initiative as you will be working throughout the night.
  • 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.
  • You’ll likely have less customer interaction than your daytime colleagues, but you’ll still be tuned into making sure we offer a brilliant shopping experience.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Trading Assistant on the night shift?

The main responsibilities include stocking shelves, checking product dates, unloading deliveries, and ensuring the store is ready for customers.

Is previous retail experience required for this role?

Previous retail experience is not explicitly required, but having a keen attention to detail and a proactive attitude will be beneficial.

What are the shift hours for the Trading Assistant position?

The shifts cover hours earlier than 6am or later than 11pm.

What age must I be to apply for this position?

You must be at least 18 years of age if the shifts cover hours earlier than 6am or later than 11pm.

Will I have much customer interaction on the night shift?

You are likely to have less customer interaction than daytime colleagues, but you will still contribute to providing a brilliant shopping experience.

Is this position temporary or permanent?

Many roles will be temporary over the festive period, but there may also be permanent opportunities available.

What kind of benefits do Trading Assistants receive?

Benefits include a nightshift premium, discount card, free food and drinks, generous holiday entitlement, shopping discounts, family leave, pension matching, share schemes, and wellbeing support.

What is the nightshift premium for this role?

A further £2.45 nightshift premium is paid for every hour worked between midnight and 5am, where applicable.

Do I need to wear a uniform for this role?

The job description does not specify a uniform, but generally associates are required to wear Sainsbury's-branded attire or maintain a smart appearance while on duty.

How can I check the school leaver's age for my country?

You can check the school leaver's age for your country by visiting: https://www.gov.uk/know-when-you-can-leave-school.

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Sainsbury's

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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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