TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Training for all jobs can usually be provided while you are working and often a positive attitude and enthusiasm can prove to be as valuable an asset as a qualification. If you are considering furthering your education, there are a wide range of courses, qualifications and study methods to suit you. These range from National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) to degrees, full-time study to distance learning - you can even study qualifications while at work.

Apprenticeships

Getting paid while you learn might sound too good to be true but as an apprentice you really do get the best of both worlds. While you are studying the qualification, you will be able to get hands-on work experience. If you have the dedication to succeed in the world of work, and you are not afraid to commit yourself to one, or even five years of training and study, then an Apprenticeship could be for you. Apprenticeships give you the chance to earn a real wage, get real qualifications and gain real experience.
Apprenticeships are suited to people who are focused and know the career they want. Many Apprenticeships are sought after, so demand for places is high.

Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of occupations including Retail Operations. For information call 0800 100 900 or click here for more details

Qualifications

Retail is not an industry where you have to be qualified in order to get a job. Most companies will provide you with the training that you need to do your job, either through their training department or on the job. Qualifications do however make a difference, significantly improving your options and opening doors, this is particularly true for those wishing to work in specialist roles such as buying, marketing, finance etc. Click here for details of retail qualifications.

For newcomers there are numerous career paths with the potential for rapid promotion, while if it is the next step up, there are a range of qualifications and training programmes that will assist development and progression. Whatever the level the retail industry can offer many options for an exciting career.

'The Retail Industry in the UK is currently going through significant change and growth. Today, a career in retail represents a future of almost unlimited potential, responsibility and personal development.'