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Sainsbury's Payslip Explained

Working at a Sainsbury's supermarket, Argos, or distribution centre? Find out how to log into OurSainsburys and decode your shift premiums and tax deductions.

How to View Your Payslip (OurSainsburys Login)

Sainsbury's and Argos colleagues must use the OurSainsburys (MyHR) portal to view their four-weekly or monthly payslips online.

  1. Go to the OurSainsburys login page.
  2. Log in using your Sainsbury's Microsoft account (usually your employee_number@sainsburys.co.uk) and password.
  3. Approve the login on your phone using the Microsoft Authenticator app.
  4. Click on the MyHR / Pay tile, then select Payslips to download the PDF.

Note: If you have left Sainsbury's, you will lose access to the portal shortly after your final payday. Download your P45 and final payslip immediately.

Common Sainsbury's Payslip Codes

Base Pay / Basic

Your standard contracted hours multiplied by your hourly rate. Most store colleagues are paid four-weekly, meaning you get 13 paydays a year instead of 12.

Night Shift / Twilight Premium

If you work unsociable hours (typically between midnight and 5am), Sainsbury's pays an enhanced night premium rate per hour on top of your basic pay.

Sainsbury's SIPP Pension

This is your contribution to the Sainsbury's Retirement Savings Plan (usually managed by Legal & General). Sainsbury's matches your contributions, which is basically free money for your retirement.

Check your full take-home pay

Make sure your monthly budget adds up. Use our comprehensive payslip calculator to see exactly how much you will take home after tax, pension, and student loan deductions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I log into OurSainsburys to see my payslip?โ†“
You must go to the OurSainsburys portal (powered by MyHR). Log in using your employee number (or Sainsburys email) and password. Make sure you have Microsoft Authenticator set up for two-factor authentication.
What does 'SSP' mean on a Sainsbury's payslip?โ†“
SSP stands for Statutory Sick Pay. If you were off sick, Sainsbury's may pay company sick pay for a few days depending on your contract, after which you drop down to the government's SSP rate.
Why is my Sainsbury's tax code BR?โ†“
BR means 'Basic Rate'. You are being taxed 20% on every penny you earn without any tax-free personal allowance. This often happens if you recently joined Sainsbury's and HMRC thinks you still have a second job.
When does Sainsbury's pay its staff?โ†“
Most store colleagues are paid four-weekly on a Friday. This means you will receive 13 payslips across the year instead of the usual 12.
What happens to my Sainsbury's discount when I leave?โ†“
Your colleague discount card is deactivated shortly after you leave the business. You will also lose access to the OurSainsburys portal.
Do I get paid extra for bank holidays at Sainsbury's?โ†“
Depending on your contract, you may receive a premium rate (such as time-and-a-half) or time off in lieu for working on a bank holiday. This will be shown on your payslip as a separate premium addition.

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