Are you an experienced team leader or supervisor in retail, hospitality or another customer focussed industry? Are you looking to progress further into a management role? If yes, then this might be the opportunity for you.
We are looking to recruit a Apprentice Store Manager for our shop in Wednesfield. We offer a permanent full-time (45 hours per week) position working a variety of shifts, 5 days from 7 each week.
What does the training involve?
- Initial training period working alongside an experienced shop manager and developing your practical skills in retail management.
- A period of running your shop with high support from your Area Manager.
- Approximately 3-6 months into your training, you will take on full responsibility for our Wednesfield shop while you will continue to develop your management skills, with the support of your area manager.
- Working towards a Level 4 Retail Manager apprenticeship qualification with Inspiro Learning, our approved training provider.
- Support with upskilling your Maths and English (if required)
- Completion of an independent end point assessment at the end of your training.
- This is an 19-month training programme and upon successful completion you will be made a permanent employee.
In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive:
- A starting salary of £29,897.68 (which will increase to £32,332.28 after 6 months).
- A retail manager level 4 apprenticeship standard qualification.
- Paid time to complete your apprenticeship coursework.
- Great training and support.
- 30 days holiday each year.
- 15% staff discount to use in any of our shops
- Free life assurance.
- Workplace pension.
As an Apprentice Store Manager you will:
- Be fully accountable for your shop and responsible for ensuring that customers are looked after and shop routines are completed to maintain a safe, clean and tidy shop.
- Motivate and guide your team to be as successful and efficient as possible
- Lead by example and get stuck in with the day to day tasks involved in running one of our busy shops
- Control key costs including payroll, shrinkage and waste
- Meet standards in relation to customer service, cash handling, health & safety, stock management, merchandising and presentation.
- Take responsibility for recruitment, training and development of your team.
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change or you're upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.
As an apprentice you’ll:
- have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
- learn and train for a specific job
- get paid and receive holiday leave
- get hands-on experience in a real job
- study for at least 20% of your working hours
- complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
- be on a career path with lots of future potential
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.
Skills required:
To be successful in this role you will need to be a hard worker with good communication skills and someone who is able to provide excellent customer service. You must also possess some leadership skills.
Things to consider:
This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Opening Hours:
- Monday to Friday = 8am – 9pm
- Saturday = 8am - 8pm
- Sunday = 11am – 5pm
- Earliest shift start = 7:30am
- Latest shift finish = 9:15pm
- Stocktake finish time = 10pm
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Pay: £29,897.68-£32,332.28 per year
Work Location: In person
