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Working in our stores:
Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are ever the same and food is our passion. They are at the heart of the local community providing outstanding value, unbeatable quality and great service. As one of our Home Delivery Drivers, you’ll be the special ingredient that delivers everything our online customers shopped at Sainsbury’s for.
- You must be over 18 and have held a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points on it
- You will complete an online driving risk assessment as part of your interview and, if successful, there’ll be a driving assessment when you join us
- You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
Additional details:
Must be fully flexible with times and days. Must also be able to work weekends.
What you’ll be doing:
- Driving a 3.5 tonne van to deliver groceries to our customers' doorsteps, on-time and in great condition
- Completing checks to ensure the van is organised, clean, roadworthy, and delivery cases are secure before driving safely in various locations and conditions
- Serving our customers brilliantly, supporting with questions and substitutions, and keeping them informed of delays
- Building knowledge about our products, services, and promotions to provide recommendations
- Helping across the store when not delivering
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague:
- Friendly and welcoming, with enthusiasm for helping customers and providing the best doorstep experience
- Proficient in driving large vehicles in different locations, from busy streets to narrow lanes
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physical environment, using initiative and teamwork
- Willing to learn new digital tools and technology, and capable of lifting shopping containers up to 15KG
Rewards:
We value our colleagues and offer market-leading benefits:
- Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every pay day
- Free food and hot drinks in stores
- Generous holiday entitlement based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave
- Pension scheme with 4-7.5% employer contributions
- Sainsbury’s share schemes – discounted shares purchase
- Shopping discounts on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, vouchers, and more
- Wellbeing support including free access to Employee Assistance Programme
Our vacancies may close quickly, so apply early.
Our commitment to inclusivity:
We strive to be an inclusive retailer where everyone can achieve their potential. We offer family leave, support for carers, resources for understanding roles, and internal networks promoting representation. We provide development opportunities, mentorship, and celebrate diversity. For more, see our inclusivity initiatives.
If you need reasonable adjustments during application or interview, please let us know.
Additional information:
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Part-time
- Job function: Management and Manufacturing
- Industries: Retail