Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant

Newry; Newry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retail team as an Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant, where you’ll experience hands-on training in an environment that values customers and team spirit. Engage with your local community and enjoy benefits such as up to 33 days of holiday, wellness support, and a clear career progression plan. Ideal for those passionate about retail and seeking a fun fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

Up to 33 days holiday entitlement

Company sick pay and pregnancy loss policy

Access to financial wellbeing app (Wagestream)

Free digital healthcare services (Aviva Digicare)

Discount deals with over 3,000 retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Clear career progression plan

Qualifications

• Passionate about retail products.
• Not currently enrolled in education.
• Brand new to retail with no prior experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure store standards are maintained.
• Connect with the local community.
• Support customers in-store with a positive attitude.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Customer service

Education

Grade 4 / C GCSE in English and maths

Job description

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

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!

Let’s talk about the job:
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.

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

Let’s talk about the 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!

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?

If you can say yes to all those things - whilst keeping people at the heart of everything you do - then this could be the career opportunity you have been searching for!

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: [emailprotected]