Warehouse Person Level 2 Apprenticeship - Skelmersdale

Howdens; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Pension

Paid holidays

Job summary

Howdens is opening a brand-new depot in Skelmersdale and recruiting a dedicated Apprentice to join from January 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with strong training and clear development pathways.

Opportunity to progress into sales, management, or depot leadership. Salary is £16,686 per year plus team incentives, with dedicated mentor support and eligibility for Maths & English development where needed.

Qualifications

• Attitude and potential are valued over prior experience.
• Friendly and confident with people, keen to learn and contribute.
• Reliable and well organised.
• Seeking a long-term career, not just a job.

Responsibilities

• Learn and develop alongside experienced colleagues in a leading business.
• Manage and organise stock.
• Support goods in and out of a busy warehouse.
• Maintain high safety and cleanliness standards.
• Build relationships and support customers.
• Develop confidence in a fast-paced depot environment.

Skills

Attitude

People skills

Reliability

Organisation

Education

Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship

Job description

Apprentice Opportunity - New Howdens Depot Opening

We're excited to be opening a brand-new Howdens depot and are looking for talented individuals to join us as an Apprentice from January 2027. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new team from the very beginning, helping to shape the success of our newest depot while building a rewarding career with the UK's Number 1 Trade Kitchen Supplier.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a growing business and gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment. With excellent training, ongoing support, and genuine development opportunities, there's never been a better time to join Howdens and make an impact from day one.

Forget the typical 9‑5. At Howdens, you'll be part of a busy, hands‑on environment where you'll learn, earn, and develop valuable skills from the start. This apprenticeship offers real career progression, with many of our apprentices going on to build successful careers in sales, management, and depot leadership.

We're proud to be recognised as a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer and are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated, and ready to learn. Whether you're leaving school, college, or looking to take the first step in your career, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed.

If you're eager to learn, enjoy working with people, and want to build a long‑term career with a market‑leading business, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Apprenticeship

• Location: Skelmersdale Depot
• Salary: £16,686 plus team incentives
• Qualification: Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship
• Duration: 12-15 Months
• Support to achieve Maths & English (if needed)
• A dedicated mentor and supportive Depot Manager
• Staff discount, pension, and paid holidays

What you’ll be doing

Learning and developing alongside experienced colleagues in a leading business to:

• Manage and organise stock
• Support goods in and out of a busy warehouse
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness
• Build relationships and support customers
• Developing confidence in a fast‑paced depot environment

Who we’re looking for

• We hire for attitude and potential - not experience
• Friendly, confident with people, and keen to learn and get stuck in
• Reliable and organised
• Looking for a long‑term career, not just a job

Where this role can take you

• Warehouse Person
• Trade Counter Sales
• Business Development
• Kitchen Design
• Depot Management

Apprenticeship Eligibility

This apprenticeship is designed for individuals looking to develop new skills and begin or progress their career in this area. As part of the apprenticeship funding rules, the programme must provide significant new learning. Therefore, applicants who already hold a qualification at the same or higher level in a closely related subject, or who can already demonstrate the majority of the knowledge and skills covered by the apprenticeship, may not be eligible.

Diversity and Inclusion

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.