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Inclusive Employment Opportunity

Store Assistant Roles at SuperValu Maynooth and Kilcock

SuperValu Maynooth and Kilcock are hiring two part-time Store Assistants. These roles are open to applicants aged 18 and over.

Role Store Assistant x 2
Location SuperValu Maynooth and SuperValu Kilcock
Hours Part-time, minimum 15 hours per week
Availability 3 to 4 morning and afternoon shifts per week, Monday to Sunday
Applications close Sunday, 31 May at 5pm.
To apply, please send your CV and application letter to mairead@asiam.ie with the subject line Supervalu Job Application.

About the Role

As a Store Assistant, you will help customers, support the day-to-day running of the store and complete a range of practical retail tasks. Training will be provided before working independently, with clear instructions and support from managers and team members.

What You Will Do

  • Greet and assist customers politely
  • Operate the cash register and handle payments
  • Restock shelves and check product displays
  • Check dates on products and rotate stock correctly
  • Keep aisles, shelves and work areas clean and tidy
  • Assist customers in finding products
  • Support deliveries and unpack stock
  • Follow food safety and health and safety procedures

What SuperValu Are Looking For

SuperValu Maynooth and Kilcock welcome applicants who:

  • Are reliable and punctual
  • Can follow clear step-by-step instructions
  • Are comfortable working as part of a team
  • Communicate in a polite and respectful way
  • Take pride in completing tasks correctly
  • Can stay organised during busy periods

Work Environment

  • Fast-paced during busy shopping times
  • Background noise from customers, tills and store announcements
  • Autism Shopping Day at SuperValu Maynooth and Kilcock takes place every Wednesday from 10am to 9pm/10pm, with no background noise
  • Standing and walking for long periods
  • Lifting light to medium stock items
  • Clear routines and structured tasks
  • Indoor retail environment with regular customer interaction

Reasonable Adjustments

If you require reasonable adjustments, such as structured training, clear written instructions, predictable scheduling or adjustments to sensory factors where possible, please let the team know. SuperValu Maynooth and Kilcock are happy to discuss how they can support you.

Pay and Benefits

  • Hourly rate in line with the National Minimum Wage, applied according to the successful applicant’s age category: 18, 19, or 20+
  • Flexible shifts
  • On-site parking or nearby public transport access
  • Opportunities for progression

Inclusive Hiring

SuperValu Maynooth and Kilcock welcome applications from Autistic candidates. When applying, you can let the team know if you would prefer:

  • Interview questions in advance
  • A quieter interview setting
  • Extra processing time during the interview
  • Any other accommodations or adjustments

How to Apply

Eligibility and Employment Support Initiative

These roles are being created by SuperValu with support from AsIAm and the Department of Social Protection as part of an employment support initiative aimed at supporting unemployed Autistic jobseekers into meaningful employment.

Applicants must identify as Autistic and, if successful in securing the role, be able to provide confirmation of diagnosis from a qualified professional, or evidence of receipt of Disability Allowance. This documentation will be required to confirm eligibility for the Department of Social Protection employment support scheme in which SuperValu participates.

Successful applicants will complete a short paid trial period to help ensure the role is suitable and supportive of their needs. Following a successful trial period, a contract of employment will be offered.

Application Details

Please send your application letter and CV by email to mairead@asiam.ie.

Please ensure the subject field of your email states: Supervalu Job Application. Emails without this subject field may be missed.

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Deadline: Sunday, 31 May at 5pm.