Howdens Joinery
Join Howdens and Launch Your Career as an Apprentice Warehouse Person
At Howdens, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading apprenticeship employers. With a long-standing commitment to developing talent, we've been recognised among the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers since 2022. Our apprentices don’t just do a job – they build lasting careers.
Apprentice Warehouse Person
As an integral part of our workforce, we are seeking talented individuals to join our award-winning apprenticeship scheme and help drive our business forward. The Apprentice Warehouse Person role offers a unique opportunity to receive comprehensive on-the-job training and expert support from a leading training provider while pursuing a Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship. The program typically spans 12 to 15 months.
Responsibilities
As a Warehouse Person, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining our 'in stock' business model in one of our local depots. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Engaging with customers in a courteous, professional, and knowledgeable manner.
- Ensuring effective stock maintenance, adhering to strict health and safety regulations, and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Maintaining general housekeeping duties, including stock rotation, cleanliness, and tidiness, in compliance with Health & Safety guidelines.
- Conducting security and compliance checks on incoming stock and outgoing orders, with a strong focus on accuracy.
- Performing daily checks on the forklift truck and other mechanical equipment, promptly reporting any defects to the Depot Manager.
Requirements
We are looking for people with the following qualities who want to learn new skills in a warehouse environment:
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work autonomously and use own initiative.
- Strong communication skills.
- Effective planning and organising abilities.
- Capability to prioritise and manage own workload effectively.
- A strong desire for continuous personal and professional development.
- The right to work in the UK and related evidence
Please note – if you have considerable experience in a similar role, you may not be suitable for an apprenticeship. If you already have experience and are looking for a full time role please visit careers.howdens.com to see our non-apprenticeship opportunities.
The Apprenticeship
- Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 – Intermediate Apprenticeship.
- Training provided by our in-house Learning & Development Team.
- Support from external training providers.
- A 15-month program, including a minimum 12-month learning period and end-point assessment.
- Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths qualifications will be supported in achieving this level before undertaking the Level 2 English and maths test for the end-point assessment and apprenticeship completion.
Rewards And Benefits
We believe in recognising and rewarding the hard work and dedication of our team members. In return for your commitment, you will receive:
- A competitive £16,686 salary.
- Paid holiday entitlement.
- A generous matched contribution Pension Scheme.
- Team incentives and outings.
- Staff discount on Howdens products
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, trusted by over 460,000 trade professionals. With more than 900 depots and a growing presence across Europe, we’re a business built on entrepreneurial spirit and strong local relationships.?
At Howdens, we’re committed to being worthwhile for all concerned. We aim to create an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, just email with the job title and location, and we’ll be happy to help.?
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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