Store Apprentice - Toolstation Southampton

About the role

Toolstation in Southampton (Bitterne) is recruiting a Store Apprentice on a permanent, part-time basis of 20 hours per week, at £10.85 per hour. Candidates should live locally and be able to commute easily, as the store is open from 7 AM to 8 PM. The apprenticeship programme is described as equivalent to 5 GCSEs.

Key responsibilities

• Engage with customers, understand their needs and provide excellent service through genuine conversation
• Handle deliveries, stock shelves and assist with warehouse tasks
• Maintain a clean and well-organised store, keeping it safe for customers and colleagues
• Set aside time each week to complete coursework, supported by the Store Manager and a dedicated apprenticeship coach

Required profile

• A positive, warm and friendly attitude with a passion for customer service
• Reliability and flexibility to adapt to varied tasks
• Energy and enthusiasm; no retail experience is required
• Ability to manage early starts and late finishes

What we offer

• An award-winning apprenticeship programme equivalent to 5 GCSEs
• 30 days' holiday (22 days plus 8 days in lieu of bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme and life assurance
• Bonus scheme and cycle to work program
• Save and buy as you earn options
• 20% discount across all Travis Perkins companies
• Health and wellbeing support via Aviva Digicare, financial education, recognition awards and discounts at over 1,000 retailers