Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant

Savers Health & Beauty Ltd.; Kettering; On-site; GBP 16,000 - GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known retail brand in Kettering is recruiting for an Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant. This role offers hands-on training over 12 months without school-based learning, focusing on real-world experience. Ideal candidates will have a passion for retail, a positive attitude, and a Grade 4/C GCSE in English and Maths. Additional benefits include holiday entitlement, access to digital healthcare services, and a clear progression plan to develop your career within the company.

Benefits

Up to 28 days holiday entitlement

Company sick pay

Access to financial wellbeing app

Free digital healthcare services

Discount deals with 3,000+ retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Clear progression plan

Qualifications

• Must be available for full time shifts.
• Not currently in any form of education.
• Must not have completed a Retail Apprenticeship before.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Brand new to retail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure store standards are high.
• Engage with customers and make them feel welcome.
• Train over 12 months to achieve Retailer Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Skills

Passionate about products

Team player

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Grade 4 / C GCSE in English and Maths

Job description

Job Overview

If you love retail, you’re in the right place.

Are you looking to join a great place to work? We are recruiting for an Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant to join the team!

Let’s talk about the job:

No two days are the same here at Savers and the ideal Apprentice Retail Sales Assistant has a positive can‑do attitude, who loves getting involved and working as part of a team. You are all about making our customers feel great and leaving them with that Savers smile. You are the hero in store that ensures our store standards are insta‑worthy. We recognise you are the future leaders of Savers. The challenge doesn’t stop there – our SAs are well known in their store, as they get the opportunity to connect with their local community and offer our customers the best deals on the high street.

Your training will take place in store over the first 12 months so, no college days and no homework! At the end of your training period, you will complete a discussion around your experiences and an observation of you performing your role. You will be supported throughout by your team and your tutor to achieve your Retailer Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Benefits

• Up to 28 days holiday entitlement
• Company sick pay and pregnancy loss policy.
• Wagestream - access to an app that gives you power over your pay and supports financial wellbeing
• Aviva Digicare Workplace+ - access to free digital healthcare services such as digital GP appointments and mental health consultations
• Discount deals with over 3,000 retailers, including a discount card with our sister company, Superdrug
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Your career, your way – a clear progression plan, steered by us and driven by you!

About You

• Are you passionate about the products we sell?
• Are you excited to work in a fast‑paced retail environment?
• Do you love getting stuck in and being a team player?

Qualifications

• You have a grade 4 / C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, for Scotland National 4's
• You are not currently in any form of education and you are available for full time shifts
• You HAVEN’T completed a Retail Apprenticeship before
• You are eligible to work in the UK
• You are brand new to retail

Next Steps

If your application gives us that bargain buzz, you will be contacted to arrange a phone interview within 14 days of application. Good luck!

Here at Savers, we love inclusivity. If you need any adjustments to support you through your candidate journey, please email us: [email protected]

Location

41/43 High Street, Kettering, Northamptonshire, Kettering, NN16 8SU, United Kingdom