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Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant

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Savers

7d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Glasgow

AI generated summary

  • You must have a grade 4/C GCSE in English and maths, be available for full-time work, not have done a Retail Apprenticeship before, and be new to retail in the UK.
  • You will assist customers, maintain store standards, engage with the community, and participate in training to achieve your Retailer Level 2 Apprenticeship while working with a supportive team.

Requirements

  • 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

  • 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.

FAQs

What is the role of an Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant?

The role involves working in a retail environment, providing excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and participating in team activities to create a positive shopping experience.

What are the requirements to apply for this apprenticeship?

Applicants must have a grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and maths, be available for full-time shifts, not currently be in education, not have completed a Retail Apprenticeship before, be eligible to work in the UK, and be new to retail.

Is there any formal education required during the apprenticeship?

No, the training will take place in-store for the first 12 months, with no college days or homework.

What benefits do Apprentice Retail Sales Assistants receive?

Benefits include up to 33 days holiday entitlement, company sick pay, access to financial wellbeing platforms like Wagestream, digital healthcare services, employee assistance programs, and a clear progression plan for career development.

How will I be supported during my apprenticeship?

You will receive support from your team and an assigned assessor throughout your training period.

What happens at the end of the apprenticeship?

At the end of your training, you will complete a discussion about your experiences, a multiple-choice test, and an observation within your role to demonstrate your learning.

Can I apply if I have previous retail experience?

No, this position is for those who have not completed a Retail Apprenticeship before and are brand new to retail.

How will I be contacted if I am shortlisted for the role?

If your application is selected, you will be contacted within 14 days to arrange a phone interview.

Are there any adjustments available for candidates during the application process?

Yes, Savers promotes inclusivity and can provide adjustments during the candidate journey. Candidates can reach out via email for support.

Do Apprentice Retail Sales Assistants work on weekends?

The job requires availability for full-time shifts, which may include weekends, as retail operates during those hours.

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Savers

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Savers is a family business at heart. We sell branded Health, Home & Beauty products at unbeatable prices on your local high street. With our products it's about honest, everyday low prices that our customers love. We are fortunate to be part of a much bigger family, the A.S. Watson Group (the largest Health & Beauty retailer in the world!) and an incredibly successful arm of CK Holdings Limited, who operate across the world serving 4 billion happy customers. In 2019, Savers were awarded 4th place in the Sunday Times best big companies to work for and were the highest placed retailer on the list. This recognises the levels of engagement within our teams and demonstrates our commitment to our people. We’ve come a long way from opening our first store in Durham in 1988 and now have over 500 stores all across the UK and over 5000 employees. We don’t plan on stopping there, we’re still expanding and are always looking for amazing talent to come and join the Savers family! To have a browse through our current vacancies and learn more about us please visit www.savers.jobs or follow @saversjobs on Instagram. If you would like to shop with us online, then please visit www.savers.co.uk.