Job description
Welcome! Start Your Journey as a Trading Assistant at Sainsbury’s
Do you enjoy being hands-on and surrounded by food? Then a Trading Assistant role at Sainsbury’s could be perfect for you! As a Trading Assistant, you’ll help keep our store running smoothly—restocking shelves, checking dates on fresh and grocery products, and unloading deliveries. You’ll need to be on your feet, work efficiently, and confidently use in-store tech. While teamwork is essential, we also value independence and initiative in this role.
Key Responsibilities of a Trading Assistant
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Restock and organize shelves across all departments
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Ensure all fresh produce and grocery items are date-checked
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Help unload and sort deliveries efficiently
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Use store devices to support daily operations
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Work both independently and as part of a team
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Deliver excellent service by doing the right thing for customers
No matter where you’re based in-store, your contribution as a Trading Assistant helps create a positive shopping experience.
What Makes a Great Trading Assistant?
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A keen eye for detail and commitment to quality
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Passionate about helping people and providing great service
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Comfortable with physical work and fast-paced environments
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Adaptable, tech-friendly, and able to work shifts
If you’re under 18, you’ll need to be aware that shifts before 6am or after 11pm aren’t available. You must also be over the school leaver age .
Why Work as a Trading Assistant at Sainsbury’s?
Sainsbury’s values its colleagues and offers excellent benefits, including:
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Colleague Discount Card – 10% off Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu & Habitat (15% off every Friday & Saturday)
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Free food and hot drinks during shifts
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Holiday Entitlement based on working hours
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Discounts on gyms, travel, restaurants, and more
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Family Leave – generous maternity/paternity policies
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Pension Scheme – matched contributions between 4%-7.5%
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Share Schemes – discounted Sainsbury’s shares
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24/7 Wellbeing Support via the Employee Assistance Programme
A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone
Sainsbury’s is proud to be a fully inclusive retailer. We support diversity and aim to ensure all colleagues love where they work. No matter who you are, we want to see you thrive and be the best you can be.