Overview
Working in our stores this Christmas as a Home Delivery Driver, you’ll be one of our Christmas Champions delivering groceries to customers’ doorsteps, helping us create the best Christmas possible for our customers.
Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are the same and food is our passion. They are at the heart of the local community, providing outstanding value, quality and great service.
Responsibilities
* Driving a 3.5 tonne van to deliver groceries to customers’ doorsteps, on-time and in a good condition
* Completing checks to ensure the van is organised, clean and roadworthy, and that delivery cases are secure before setting out
* Drive safely in a variety of locations and conditions
* Serve customers brilliantly, assist with questions and substitutions, and keep customers informed of any delays
* Build knowledge about products, services and promotions to provide recommendations
* When not delivering, assist across the store as needed
Eligibility and requirements
* You must be over 18 and hold a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points
* You will complete an online driving risk assessment as part of your interview
* If successful, there will be a driving assessment when you join us
* You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague
* Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers and delivering the best doorstep experience
* Proficient with driving a large vehicle in different locations and delivering to a variety of residential properties
* Happy working in a fast-paced, physical and high-energy environment; able to use initiative and work well in a team
* Flexible and productive to a high standard across the store when needed; trained in a variety of skills to learn and develop
* Comfortable learning to use new digital tools and technology; able to move shopping containers up to 15 kg
Rewards and benefits
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% discount at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every payday
* Free food and hot drinks provided for Colleagues in all stores
* Generous holiday entitlement based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave
* Pension – employer contributions matched between 4-7.5%
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – discounted purchase of Sainsbury’s shares
* Shopping discounts – offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, vouchers and more
* Wellbeing support – including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Note: Many roles will be temporary over the festive period, with potential permanent opportunities available. Please check the contract type and scheduled hours before applying to ensure the role is right for you.
Please note that vacancies may close quickly, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.
Inclusive employment and support
We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer where every colleague can achieve their full potential and every customer feels welcome. We provide support such as enhanced discretionary leave for families and carers, resources to help colleagues understand their role and their team, and internal networks to promote representation and remove barriers. We offer development opportunities including mentorship, training, and career progression pathways. If you would like to learn more about our commitment to inclusivity, please review our information here. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know and we will endeavour to support you.
Job details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Retail
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