Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship

NORSEAL LTD

Prudhoe (NE42 6PX)

Closes in 18 days (Saturday 14 February 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 26 January 2026

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Summary

A Level 2 Supply Chain Warehousing apprenticeship where you’ll learn picking, packing, stock control and safe warehouse operations. Based in Prudhoe, it’s hands-on, paid training with real experience, qualifications, and a strong route into a warehouse career.

• Wage:

  £18,200 a year

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  Exceeds minimum for apprentice wages.

  Upon completion of apprenticeship, full time role may be offered which is paid above the Real Living Wage 2026.

  25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

  Free works Uniform

• Training course: Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)
• Hours: Monday - Friday - 9am - 5pm

  35 hours a week

• Start date:

  Sunday 15 February 2026

• Duration:

  1 year

• Positions available:

  1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Typical daily tasks for a Supply Chain Warehousing apprentice include:

• Picking and packing orders accurately
• Using and updating warehouse systems
• Loading and unloading goods
• Checking stock levels and reporting shortages
• Keeping the warehouse clean and organised
• Following health and safety procedures
• Working as part of a team to meet deadlines

Where you'll work

Norseal Limited
Unit 7 Regents Drive
Prudhoe
NE42 6PX

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

Training course

Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
• Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
• Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
• Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
• Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
• Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
• Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
• Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
• Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
• Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
• Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
• Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
• Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
• support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
• Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
• Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
• Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
• Carry out and record learning and development activities.
• Conducts handover activities.
• Conduct risk assessments within the working environment.
• Apply safe working practices in line with associated health and safety legislation and company policy.
• Receive products in line with organisational procedures.
• Store and pick products in line with organisational procedures.
• Dispatch products in line with organisational procedures.
• Decant, pack products in line with organisational procedures.
• Communicate with others verbally, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers.
• Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues and managers.
• Load and unload products, considering the product that is to be moved and its current and planned destination.
• Use tools and equipment to aid in product handling.
• Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
• Locate and use operational information, electronic or paper based, required to fulfil contractual requirements.
• Select, prepare, and use packaging materials that reduce waste and mitigate environmental impacts.
• support under instruction scheduled and unscheduled stock taking activities relevant to the organisation and product.
• Identify and escalate problems beyond own responsibility.
• Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
• Follow equity, diversity and inclusion rules.
• Carry out and record learning and development activities.
• Conducts handover activities.

Training schedule

Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working

About this employer

We are proud to be the UK’s largest stockist of specialist seal solutions. Committed to the design, development and distribution of intumescent and acoustic products, ensuring we both meet and exceed the very latest industry standards. Offering a friendly and professional service, our team pride themselves on providing a next day delivery service regardless of order size, up-to-date technical advice and a commitment to excellence.

Company benefits

Upon completion of probation, you will be eligible for:

• Bike2Work Scheme
• Death in Service Benefit
• GP 24/7 and Bereavement Support

After this apprenticeship

After completing a Level 2 Supply Chain Warehousing apprenticeship, typical career progression includes Warehouse Operative (permanent role). It’s a strong starting point for a long-term career in logistics and supply chain.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000010620.

Apply now

Closes in 18 days (Saturday 14 February 2026 at 11:59pm)