Trade Supplier apprentice (Watford WD24) Edmundson Electrical

A trade supplier apprentice is required by a leading electrical wholesaler. The candidate will start in the warehouse and learn all the products of warehouse management and then move onto to the sales counter and sales office. Fantastic career progression opportunity for the right candidate.

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Closing date: 14 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,688.00

    £12,688.00 - £24,960.00 per year

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    17 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000206085

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

If you are wondering “What is the next step towards a career?” Working for Edmundson Electrical Limited could be the answer. We serve the country in over 250 locations, each carrying a comprehensive stock and run by friendly, experienced, and highly motivated staff. All branches are managed by entrepreneurial-minded people who enjoy working with full operational freedom and sharing the rewards of their success.

  • Our busy branch is looking for a highly motivated apprentice to join their branch team. An efficient, well organised trade counter, warehouse and customer support service are pivotal for ensuring we provide the exceptional customer service our clients know us for

After full training, your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing stock in and out (to external clients)
  • Picking and packing
  • Store transfers & stock control
  • Goods in / goods out
  • Trade counter sales and order - dealing with customers and suppliers
  • Taking payments and dealing with enquiries
  • Answering the phone to customers, suppliers and other branches
    Sales office - basic admin, processing orders and sales calls

This is an exciting progression role where you will start in the Warehouse and then move into all the other areas of the business. As an Apprentice, EDA Apprenticeships Plus will employ the successful candidate on behalf of the branch.

If you are looking for a job and qualifications that will provide you with a valuable foundation for your future and excellent career prospects, then this is the role for you.

The training you will be getting

Completing a Level 2 Trade Supplier Apprenticeship standard, consisting of:

  • Knowledge and competence qualification in trade supplier at Level 2
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA) - final test and observation
  • The vocational and academic training aspects are separated and delivered by separate teams. The vocational training and assessment is conducted, more often than not, on site according to the employers' wishes
  • Notice of dates is agreed well in advance of a site visit. Training and assessment is conducted both on and off the job, according to the needs of the course and the learner. Every effort is made to ensure the best result is achieved by the learner

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Opportunities that could arise after the apprenticeship are:

  • Sales Team Member
  • Counter Sales
  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Sales Rep

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness, Timekeeping, Enthusiasm, Keen to work and study

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Essential

Things to consider

Please ensure you have looked at the travel time to the location and worked out the form of transport you will be taking. Please be aware that there is studying involved but in work time only.

About the employer

EDA learning and development will employ you on behalf of this employer. We are a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency who support and guide you whilst you are completing your apprenticeship within the Branch Location.

Employer

Edmundson Electrical

Address

Unit 2 Imperial Park

Imperial Park Road

Watford

WD24 4PP

Contact

louise sugars

louise@edaapprenticeshipsplus.co.uk

07721239906

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Training

Training provider

LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Trade supplier

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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