Supply Chain / Warehouse Operative Apprentice

LEISUREBENCH LTD

ENGLAND (NG31 7AA)

Closes on Friday 30 January 2026

Posted on 19 December 2025


Summary

LeisureBench is looking for a motivated Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 Apprentice to join our busy warehouse team. This hands-on role offers practical experience in goods handling, stock control, order picking and dispatch while working for a leading supplier of sustainable indoor and outdoor furniture.

Wage

£17,667 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday 07:00 till 17:00. Some flexibility may be required at peak time (Summer).

45 hours a week

Start date

Thursday 12 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

LeisureBench is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our warehouse team as a Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 Apprentice. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in warehousing and logistics while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

Established in 2001, LeisureBench is a leading trade supplier of high-quality indoor and outdoor furniture made from wood and recycled plastic. We pride ourselves on delivering durable, sustainable products to commercial customers across the UK, supported by excellent customer service and efficient warehouse operations.

As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in a busy warehouse environment, learning all aspects of supply chain and warehouse operations.

Your duties will include

  • Receiving goods
  • Checking deliveries
  • Storing stock correctly
  • Picking and packing orders
  • Preparing items for dispatch
  • Supporting accurate stock control

You will also learn the importance of health and safety, quality checks and working effectively as part of a team.

You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship with on-the-job training and dedicated time to complete your apprenticeship qualification. This role offers the opportunity to develop practical skills, confidence and experience, with the potential for future progression within the business.

We are looking for someone reliable, enthusiastic and willing to learn, who takes pride in their work and is keen to contribute to a company committed to quality, sustainability and excellent service.

Where you'll work

LEISUREBENCH LTD
OLD WHARF ROAD
GRANTHAM
ENGLAND
NG31 7AA

Training

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

Training provider

DERBY BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED

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

  • In addition to gaining practical experience in the role, you will also attain an NVQ Level 2 Supply Chain qualification, which will help start your career and give you an insight into the business's processes and procedures
  • Our training is all completed both face-to-face and remotely via Teams, with a development coach, who will be available for support
  • You receive 20% off-the-job training during this apprenticeship, which is included in your weekly working hours

More training information

  • DBC Training are a multi-award-winning employment and skills training provider
  • We offer high-quality employer solutions to improve productivity and learner solutions to support individuals to fulfil their potential
    https://dbc-training.co.uk/

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and maths (grade 3)

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
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

You must be physically fit.

About this employer

LeisureBench is a leading UK trade supplier of high-quality indoor and outdoor furniture. Established in 2001, we design, manufacture and supply durable furniture made from wood and recycled plastic, chosen for its strength, longevity and value. Our products are used in a wide range of commercial environments.

 

We work directly with manufacturers worldwide to ensure high ethical standards and strong environmental responsibility. All our furniture is sourced from renewable and sustainable materials and meets EU compliance standards.

 

Operating from our own warehouses allows us to offer excellent value and maintain full control of stock, quality and delivery. Our team takes pride in providing outstanding customer service, ensuring orders are picked, packed and delivered accurately and on time.

 

As a Supply Chain Warehouse Operative apprentice, you will gain practical experience in warehouse operations including goods in, stock control, order picking, packing and dispatch, while supporting a business committed to quality, sustainability and excellent service.

 

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Company benefits

  • 28 days holiday including bank holiday
  • Company uniform
  • Training & progression
  • Overtime

After this apprenticeship

Full-time employment and a growing career within the business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DERBY BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000005961.

Apply now

Closes on Friday 30 January 2026