Home Delivery Driver

Rate: £14.73 per hour

Location: Kelso Store, Kelso, TD5 8DW

Hours: Part time, 16 hours per week

Contract type: Fixed-Term Assignment

Business area: Retail

Closing date: 04 July 2026

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Shift hours

You will be on a flexible working pattern throughout the week; your schedule will be available to you 3 weeks in advance.

• Friday: 07:00 - 15:00
• Saturday: 14:00 - 22:00
• Sunday: 07:00 - 15:00

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, quality and great service. As one of our Home Delivery Drivers, you'll be one of the special ingredient that delivers everything our online customers shop at Sainsbury's.

Requirements

• 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.
• Will complete an online driving risk assessment as part of your interview and, if successful, there will be a driving assessment when you join us.
• Must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK.

What you'll be doing

• Drive a 3.5 tonne van to deliver groceries to customers' doorsteps, on time and in excellent condition.
• Complete checks to ensure the van is organised, clean and roadworthy, and that delivery cases are secure before getting out onto the road.
• Serve customers brilliantly, supporting with any questions and substitutions, and keeping them aware of any delays.
• Build knowledge about products, services and promotions to provide recommendations.
• When not out making deliveries, help across the store as needed.

We're looking for team members who are

• Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers.
• Proficient in driving a large vehicle in different locations.
• Enjoy working in a fast paced, physical and high energy environment.
• Ready to work flexibly and productively and receptive to training.
• Comfortable learning to use new digital tools and technology.

Benefits

• Discount card - 10% off at Sainsbury's, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks; increasing to 15% discount every Friday and Saturday.
• Free food and hot drinks - provided for colleagues in all stores.
• Generous holiday entitlement - based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave.
• Pension - we'll match between 4-7.5% of your pension contributions.
• Sainsbury's share schemes - buy shares at discounted prices.
• Shopping discounts - special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.
• Wellbeing support - free access to Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to being an inclusive retailer. All candidates will be considered fairly, and reasonable adjustments will be provided where needed.