Responsibilities
* Collecting stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG) to replenish items across the store, keeping shelves tidy and full of well-presented products.
* Always ready to serve customers brilliantly, supporting with any questions, and proactively offering help.
* Build great knowledge about products, services and promotions to help provide recommendations.
* Date checking fresh produce and grocery products.
* Helping across the store as needed and supporting with deliveries as required.
What makes a great Sainsburys Colleague
* Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers.
* Happy working in a fast‑paced, physical and high‑energy environment, and thrives in being part of a team.
* Takes responsibility for owning tasks and uses initiative to solve problems.
* Always prepared to work flexibly and productively to a high standard across the store – fully trained in a variety of skills, offering opportunities to learn, develop and try new things.
* Comfortable learning to use new digital tools and technology to do the job brilliantly.
* Has great attention to detail, keeping the store clean and clutter‑free, always looking to create the best shopping experience for customers.
Working in our stores this Christmas
Could you be one of our Christmas champions this year? Whether youre a Gravy Guardian or a Roastie Rockstar, pour your energy into this season and help us create the best Christmas possible for our customers. Our stores are fast‑paced environments where no two days are ever the same, especially during the busiest and most magical time of the year. They are at the heart of the local community, providing outstanding value, quality and great service. As one of our Trading Assistants, youll be one of our Christmas Champions ensuring the stores are set up brilliantly to give customers everything they come to Sainsburys for.
Eligibility
* You must be above the school‑leaver age in your country (School leaving age — GOV.UK).
* You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK.
* If shifts cover hours earlier than 6 am or later than 11 pm, you must be at least 18 years old.
Qualifications
We are dedicated to being a truly inclusive retailer, where every colleague can achieve their full potential and every customer feels welcome when they shop with us. Our internal colleague networks ensure true representation for everyone, helping us identify and remove barriers. We offer development opportunities, including mentorship, training and career progression pathways. We celebrate diversity through initiatives and events, fostering a culture of inclusion and respect. Learn more about our commitment to inclusivity here. As a Disability Confident Leader, all candidates will be offered an interview through our online assessment, prioritising those who closely match the essential criteria.
Benefits
* Discount card – 10 % off at Sainsburys, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15 % discount at Sainsburys every Friday and Saturday, and 15 % off at Argos every pay day.
* Free food and hot drinks – provided for colleagues in all stores.
* Generous holiday entitlement – based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave.
* Pension – matching between 4 – 7.5 % of pension contributions.
* Sainsburys share schemes – buy shares at discounted prices.
* Shopping discounts – special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.
* Wellbeing support – including free access to an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support and guidance.
Contract & Scheduling
Whilst many roles are temporary over the festive period, permanent opportunities may also be available – check the contract type and schedule hours before applying to ensure the role suits you.
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