Retail Apprenticeship
DOUG HILLARD SPORTS LTD , Fishponds, City of Bristol
Retail Apprenticeship
£16,224 a year
DOUG HILLARD SPORTS LTD , Fishponds, City of Bristol
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 1 week ago, 14 Jul | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: 30-09-2026 (In 68 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Fishponds, City of Bristol
Full Job Description
Introduction
Join our family-run sports retail business as an apprentice. No experience is needed as full training will be provided.
You'll gain hands-on experience serving customers, selling sports clothing and equipment, processing embroidery and printing orders, and supporting stock control and merchandising.
About the Employer
Doug Hillard Sports has been trading for nearly 60 years and have built a reputation through good product and service. We are well thought of in the community and we sell a range of sports products and offer a Print and Embroidery service. As a traditional sports shop we offer, restringing tennis racquets, snooker cues re-tipping, cricket bat repairs and much more.
What You'll Do
- Learn and support all areas of our family-run sports retail business.
- Assist customers with sports clothing, footwear and equipment.
- Process embroidery and garment printing orders.
- Develop skills in stock control, merchandising and general store operations.
- Attend industry trade shows to build product knowledge and learn about new products.
- Receive full training and gain valuable hands-on experience throughout your apprenticeship.
Training Outcome
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent role within the business. As you develop your skills and experience, you will have the opportunity to take on increased responsibility across all areas of the company, including retail sales, customer service, stock management, merchandising, embroidery and garment printing. We are committed to supporting long-term career development for apprentices who demonstrate enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to learn.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - Mathematics - 4/C
Course Information
Course: Retailer (level 2)
Level: 2
Route: Sales, marketing and procurement
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturdays 9am to 1pm.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 2 Months
Training Provider: THE OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER LTD