Online Assistant

Job Category: Technology and IT
Job Type: Part Time
Job Location: England
Company Name: Sainsbury's

Deliver Joy to Customers – Join Us as an Online Assistant at Sainsbury’s

At Sainsbury’s, our stores are the heart of the community – delivering unbeatable value, fresh quality, and a friendly face. As an Online Assistant, you’ll be essential in bringing this experience directly to our customers’ doorsteps.

This is a fast-paced, physical role with early morning starts, ideal for someone with energy, initiative, and a positive attitude.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Carefully pick and pack customer online orders, ensuring accuracy and quality

  • Use a digital handset to guide your product selections and meet daily targets

  • Process orders, respond to queries, and assist with loading vans for delivery

  • Provide friendly customer service both on the shop floor and behind the scenes

  • Suggest product substitutions when items are unavailable

  • Flex across departments to support store operations as needed

  • Keep your area tidy and ensure a clean, safe, and efficient workspace

What Makes a Great Online Assistant

  • Comfortable with early starts (from 4am) and working independently or in a team

  • Confident using technology like handsets and stock systems

  • Friendly, helpful and happy to go the extra mile for customers

  • Physically fit and able to lift containers up to 15KG

  • Reliable, enthusiastic and ready to learn and adapt

  • Strong attention to detail and care when handling customer orders

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be above school-leaving age in the UK

  • Must be 18+ for shifts starting before 6am

  • Must have Right to Work in the UK

  • Able to commute or relocate to Haywards Heath RH16 1DG before starting

What’s in It for You?

  • Colleague discount: 10% at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu & Habitat (rising to 15% on Fridays/Saturdays)

  • Free meals & hot drinks while on shift

  • Holiday allowance, plus maternity and paternity leave

  • Pension scheme – matched contributions between 4%–7.5%

  • Access to Sainsbury’s share schemes

  • Exclusive discounts on gyms, restaurants, holidays & retail

  • Wellbeing support, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

A Workplace Where Everyone Belongs

We’re proud to be an inclusive and diverse employer, supporting all colleagues through training, mentorship, and development opportunities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know – we’re here to support you.


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