Retail Trainer (Apprenticeships)
Location: Home-based, covering Sussex (ideal candidate will be based between Crawley & Brighton)
Salary: £29,064 + mileage (45ppm)
Contract: Full-time, permanent
FIND is partnering with one of the UK's largest apprenticeship training providers, an Ofsted Grade 2 organisation supporting 7,000+ apprentices nationwide. They deliver programmes for some of the UK's best-known retail brands, including major supermarkets and national retailers such as John Lewis, Sainsbury's, ASDA, Dunelm, Co-op, and JD Sports.
This role is ideal for an experienced retail leader looking to step away from the shop floor and into a rewarding training career. No previous training or assessing experience is required - full training and the CAVA qualification will be provided.
The Role
As a Retail Trainer, you'll support apprentices working towards Retail Levels 2-4, using your leadership experience to coach, mentor, and develop the next generation of retail professionals.
Key Responsibilities
Coach and assess retail apprentices within large national retailers
Carry out progress reviews and support learners through to completion
Deliver engaging training sessions aligned to workplace practice
Work closely with employers to ensure training is relevant and impactful
Maintain accurate learner and compliance records
About You (Essential)
Proven experience as a Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager
Strong retail leadership background (supermarket or fashion retail welcomed)
Passionate about developing people and sharing best practice
Confident communicator with excellent organisation skills
Team Leader level considered only if exceptionally strong
What's on Offer
£29,064 salary + mileage (45ppm)
Fully funded CAVA qualification
Home-based role with regional travel
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Clear progression and development opportunities