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Apprentice Retail Sales Advisor

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Superdrug

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Sales & Business Development
    Hospitality & Retail

AI generated summary

  • You must have clear communication, a passion for retail, a willingness to learn, GCSEs in English and maths, full-time availability, and be new to retail without prior apprenticeships.
  • You will serve customers at the till, ensure stock availability and store presentation, achieve targets, and develop skills with support while preparing for progression opportunities.

Requirements

  • Confident and clear communication skills
  • Passionate about retail and customer service
  • Desire to learn and improve your knowledge/skills
  • Willingness to carry out piercing services for our customers (training provided)
  • Flexible in working hours and adaptable to change
  • 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

Responsibilities

  • Your role at Superdrug as one of our Apprentice Sales Advisers will be all about serving customers mostly at the till point where you will deliver excellent service and make sure customers don’t miss out on any of our great Star Buys.
  • You’ll help ensure that the store is well stocked, and a high level of store presentation is maintained and will actively be involved in achieving the store targets.
  • Your Assessor and store team will work with you to improve your communication, team work and organisational skills.
  • They will support you with your employability skills including interview skills, CV preparation, managing your money, health, and wellbeing.
  • Your training will take place in store so no college days!
  • At the end of your training, you will complete an end point assessment and on successful completion you will achieve a Retailer L2 Apprenticeship.
  • During your Apprenticeship your Assessor and Store Manager will discuss with you any potential progression opportunities, including becoming a sales advisor, team leader or other retail roles.
  • It is a great experience that will prepare you for even bigger challenges.
  • Superdrug Apprentice Sales Advisers are extremely important to us, we recognise that you are our future Team Leaders.
  • We will actively develop your skills and offer real career progression supported by our excellent in-house training and Apprenticeship qualifications.

FAQs

What is the role of an Apprentice Retail Sales Advisor at Superdrug?

The role involves serving customers, delivering excellent service at the till point, maintaining the store's presentation, ensuring it is well stocked, and actively participating in achieving store targets.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this apprenticeship?

You need at least a grade 4 / C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and maths, be available for full-time shifts, not currently enrolled in any form of education, and have not completed a Retail Apprenticeship before.

What kind of training will I receive during the apprenticeship?

Training will take place in-store, and you will receive support from your Assessor and store team to improve your communication, teamwork, organisational skills, and employability skills.

Is there a possibility of career progression after completing the apprenticeship?

Yes, there are potential progression opportunities, including becoming a sales advisor, team leader, or other retail roles within Superdrug.

What are the working hours for this apprenticeship?

The working hours are 39 hours a week.

What is the starting salary for an Apprentice Retail Sales Advisor?

The starting salary is from £9.50 per hour.

Are there any benefits associated with this position?

Yes, benefits include up to 28 days of holiday, up to 30% discount for you and a nominated friend or family member, excellent training, great sales incentives, and enhanced company sick pay.

Will I need to carry out any specialized services as part of my role?

Yes, you will need to be willing to carry out piercing services for customers, but training will be provided.

What qualities are important for success in this role?

Successful candidates will have confident and clear communication skills, a passion for retail and customer service, a desire to learn, flexibility in working hours, and adaptability to change.

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Our purpose is quite simply to be the best in everyday accessible beauty and health. We are committed to bring innovation and the latest styles and trends to every high street in the UK and Southern Ireland at fantastic prices. As well as the best big beauty and health brands, our customers will also find a host of exclusive products that they won’t find anywhere else. Plus our Superdrug Own Brand collection is not only great value, it is excellent quality and all our beauty and toiletries Own Brand products carry the leaping bunny symbol which show they are certified by Cruelty Free International. We currently have over 800 stores including stores in the Republic Of Ireland and employ 12,500 colleagues. 200 stores have pharmacies with pharmacy consulting rooms. We currently have 15 stores with nurse clinics offering health checks but there’s much more to who we are. At Superdrug we’re part of the biggest health and beauty retailer in the world – A.S. Watson Group, operating retail stores across Europe and Asia. A key element to our brand's success is ensuring that our team is trained to give customers the service and quality they deserve. Through our retail academy team members are given the skills, confidence and knowledge to offer customers the best beauty and health advice on the high street.