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Trading Assistant Interview

10 Nov 2021

Anonymous interview candidate

Edinburgh, Scotland

Declined offer

Positive experience

Easy interview

Application

I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Sainsbury’s (Edinburgh, Scotland) in Oct 2021

Interview

Applied online, selected for 1-1 interview in store. Went through a few standard questions such as holiday, overtime, and uniform then was asked a few competency based questions. Hadn't heard for a couple of weeks as manager on holiday but recieved a phone call and email confirming I was successful and my hours/initial shift pattern.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

customer service

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Other Trading Assistant interview reviews for Sainsbury’s

Trading Assistant Interview

16 Jun 2026

Anonymous employee

Accepted offer

Positive experience

Average interview

Application

I interviewed at Sainsbury’s

Interview

Super simple and friendly- basic questions about time management and past experience. One in-person interview after an online assessment prior, very encouraging environment. Questions ask for real examples to quantify the answer.

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Describe one time you had to balance several tasks and how did you ensure these were completed in time

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Trading Assistant Interview

1 Jun 2026

Anonymous interview candidate

Wellesbourne Hastings, England

Declined offer

Neutral experience

Average interview

Trading Assistant Interview

5 May 2026

Anonymous employee

Ashford, Kent, South East England, England

Accepted offer

Neutral experience

Easy interview

Application

I interviewed at Sainsbury’s (Wellesbourne Hastings, England)

Interview

The interview was structured and moderately challenging, with a mix of behavioural and role-related questions. I was able to answer most questions confidently, though some require thoughtful problem-solving and clear communication

Interview questions [1]

Question 1

Do you have any experience in a customer facing role?

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Application

I interviewed at Sainsbury’s (Ashford, Kent, South East England, England)

Interview

Just a little chat. Tell me about yourself. When are you available? Very friendly. Not difficult. Trading Assistant requires heavy lifting. It is generally quite easy. GOOD LUCK. ashford sainsbury's