Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant

inploi; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Barnstaple is looking for an Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant. This role involves engaging with customers, maintaining high store standards, and completing on-the-job training for a Retailer Level 2 Apprenticeship. Ideal for those new to retail and passionate about providing excellent service. Offers clear career progression and various employee benefits including holiday entitlement and wellness programs.

Benefits

Up to 33 days holiday entitlement

Company sick pay

Access to financial wellbeing app

Free digital healthcare services

Discount deals with retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Clear progression plan

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Must not currently be in any form of education.
• Must have no prior Retail Apprenticeship experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure store standards are high and customer satisfaction is met.
• Engage with the local community and provide great service.
• Complete training to achieve Retailer Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Skills

Team player

Passion for retail

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

Grade 4 / C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and maths

Job description

Overview

If you love retail, you’re in the right place. Are you looking to join a great place to work? We are recruiting for an Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant to join the team!

About the role

No two days are the same here at Savers and the ideal Apprentice Retail Savers Sales Assistant has a positive can-do attitude, who loves getting involved and working as part of a team. You are all about making our customers feel great and leaving them with that Savers smile. You are the hero in store that ensures our store standards are insta worthy. We recognise you are the future leaders of Savers. The challenge doesn’t stop there – our SAs are well known in their store, as they get the opportunity to connect with their local community and offer our customers the best deals on the high street.

Training

Your training will take place in store over the 1st 12 months so, no college days and no homework! At the end of your training period, you will complete a discussion around your experiences, a multiple -choice test and an observation within your role. You will be supported throughout by your team and your assessor to achieve your Retailer Level 2 Apprenticeship

Benefits

• Up to 33 days holiday entitlement
• Company sick pay and pregnancy loss policy.
• Wagestream - access to an app that gives you power over your pay and supports financial wellbeing
• Aviva Digicare Workplace+ - access to free digital healthcare services such as digital GP appointments and mental health consultations
• Discount deals with over 3,000 retailers, including a discount card with our sister company, Superdrug
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Your career, your way – a clear progression plan, steered by us and driven by you!

About you

Let’s talk about you:

• Are you passionate about the products we sell?
• Are you excited to work in a fast-paced retail environment?
• Do you love getting stuck in and being a team player?

Qualifications

You qualify if ...

• You have a grade 4 / C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and maths
• You are not currently in any form of education and you are available for full time shifts
• You HAVEN’T completed a Retail Apprenticeship before
• You are eligible to work in the UK
• You are brand new to retail

Next steps

If your application gives us that bargain buzz, you will be contacted to arrange a phone interview within 14 days of application. Good luck!

Here at Savers, we love inclusivity. If you need any adjustments to support you through your candidate journey, please email us: [e-mail]