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Apprentice Store Retail Assistant - Go Outdoors - Kidderminster JD SPORTS FASHION PLC

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Store Colleague Apprentice! Go Outdoors are working closely with Qube Learning to source and recruit the perfect Apprentice to fit in to an already successful and established team.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 11 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60 to £14,820.00

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Shifts to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    26 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    20 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000084739

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Qube Learning are a national Training Provider who will support you throughout the duration of your Apprenticeship, lasting a total of 15 months.

As a Store Colleague, you will undertake a Retail Level 2 Apprenticeship.

You will be assigned a designated skills tutor, who will support you every step of the way throughout your apprenticeship.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established company and start your career.

Role Purpose:

  • To provide an excellent customer experience by offering expert advice and knowledge to help the Outdoors consumer make the best choices that fulfil their needs
  • Take pride in and maintain excellent store standards and demonstrate GO’s mission and values
  • We are the largest outdoors retailer in the UK, we are incredibly thrifty and offer excellent value to our customers
  • We look for Store Colleagues who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, thrive working in a team environment and can approach and advise customers accordingly based on their needs

Job Description Accountabilities:

  • Create an environment where customers are made to feel welcome and are given an excellent shopping experience by providing brilliant product knowledge and advice to fulfil all customer needs
  • Taking pride in the store’s appearance and ensuring store standards are always maintained
  • Maintain and replenish stock levels to maximise stock availability for customers
  • Create inspiring displays that showcases our products and potential outdoors experiences

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Exceed customer expectations by using GO’s customer service model ABC at all times
  • Make customers feel welcome by acknowledging them when they enter the store
  • Observe customer buying signals offer assistance at the right time to ensure you are offer help when it matters most
  • Ask customers what was wrong with a product if it is returned and offer replacements or alternatives to ensure the customers’ needs are met
  • Show a genuine interest in the customers’ needs to identify and recommend the right products to fulfil the customer’s needs
  • Create excitement around the products and the possibilities they offer to help the customer visualise the potential opportunities
  • Offer alternative solutions to customers when a product they wanted are unavailable, so the customers’ needs are still fulfilled
  • Help customers to make the decision to buy the products that are right for their needs
  • Resolve any concerns a customer may have to remove any doubts about the products they are buying
  • Serve customers promptly
  • Replenish and maintain stock levels to ensure a high availability
  • Take personal ownership development by keeping up to date with product knowledge
  • Support all departments to maintain a high level of customer service
  • Take pride in maintaining store and department standards inside and out by create inspiring displays to showcase our products
  • Present yourself in an approachable, friendly professional manner that makes customer feel at ease

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Retailer level 2 qualification including Functional Skills in maths and English if required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • To become a permanent member of the Go Outdoors team and continue your development within the company

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Communication skills, Customer care skills, Friendly

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired

About the employer

GO Outdoors is the “one stop shop” for the whole family for everything Outdoors and can service your needs whether you are planning a camping holiday in the Lakes, a bike ride in the hills or a fishing trip with friends. GO focuses on innovation and value, and ranges in-demand, exclusive brands such as Hi-Gear, Rab, North Ridge and Freedom Trail, across unique product categories.

Employer

JD SPORTS FASHION PLC

Address

1 Fredrick Road

Hoo Farm

DY11 7RA

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Training

Training provider

QUBE QUALIFICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Retailer

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 11 Apr 2023