shop based - Potential branch manager plumbers merchant apprenticeship - shop based

Serving customers and being responsible for large and small orders from start to finish. Keeping track of goods in and out and stock management. Communicating confidently to internal and external customers about the company and how it operates. Apprenticeship webinar training with LEAP apprentices programme.

Training:
The apprenticeship will be a Trade Supplier Level 2 Apprenticeship  The training will take place at a mixture of both our Harrow branch and Uxbridge branch, with the main site being the Harrow branch Level 2 Apprenticeship, equivalent to 5 GCSE Passes The training will be spread over 1-2 hours per week with LEAP. The rest of your time will be spent in branch in a hands on role learning every aspect of construction merchant management.  This programme will equip apprentices with the skills they need to be an expert within their job role. They will be applying their learning in the branch to drive customer engagement, business performance and share product knowledge with their colleagues. Successful completion of this programme could support future development. There are opportunities to apply for other apprenticeships, for example, the Level 3 Team Leader programme. Webinars to share knowledge and develop skills. The webinars are supported by subject specialists and a great opportunity for networking with other BMF members. A dedicated Apprentice coach will support the apprentice and their line manager during the programme, They will be in regular contact to monitor success and review an individualised learning plan. Personal development planning is key to the programme and will ensure the learner has clear goals to meet their development needs and future career aspirations. Technology will be used during the apprenticeship for research, completing e-learning, capturing evidence of learning and attending webinars. Subject experts within the workplace will be key to building knowledge, skills and behaviours. They play a vital role in providing feedback while on the programme. Functional skills in maths if required

Training Outcome:
The right candidate is expected to take on either an assistant manager or branch manager role.  Alternatively, we are a growing business looking to expand. This could mean that the right candidate could use the skills they've learnt on the apprenticeship to become either companywide sales manager or an area manager responsible for multiple branches. Each progression would come with salary increases. 

Employer Description:
we are an independent plumbers merchant. we've been established for 4 years. we have 2 branches, in harrow and uxbridge. we sell everything plumbing related. we trade with small, medium and large contractors.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm with 1 hour lunch break per day Alternate Saturdays: 8am to 12 midday ( working hours during the week will be reduced by 4 hours when it is the employee's Saturday to work)

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness