Howdens Joinery
Build your future and launch your career with Howdens
Forget the typical 9–5. At Howdens, you’ll be part of a busy, hands-on team from day one, learning, earning, and building a career with real progression. This is more than sales. You’ll learn how to design, plan, and sell kitchens, working with trade customers and their clients to bring ideas to life.
We’re proud to be a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer, and we’re looking for someone motivated to join us.
About the apprenticeship
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Location: Hull Depot
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£16,686 salary plus team incentives
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Level 2 Trade Supplier Apprenticeship
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Duration: 12–15 months (Level 2 Apprenticeship)
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Support to achieve Maths & English (if needed)
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A dedicated mentor and supportive Depot Manager
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Staff discount, pension, and paid holidays
What you will be doing
Learning from our expert designers and sales team to:
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Measure customer homes and understand their needs
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Design and plan inspirational kitchens and bedrooms
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Build relationships with trade customers
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Use design tools and systems
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Grow your skills and confidence until you can support the full sales journey from measure to sales
Who we’re looking for
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We hire for attitude and potential – not experience
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Friendly and confident with people
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Keen to learn and get stuck in
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Reliable and organised
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Looking for a long-term career, not just a job
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UK Full Driving Licence for visiting customer premises
Where this role can take you
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Kitchen Sales Designer
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Lead Kitchen Sales Designer
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Depot sales roles
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Depot Management
Ready to get started?
Apply today and take your first step with Howdens.
Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we’ll be in touch to let you know the next steps. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application further.
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
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