Trade Sales and Service Apprentice

Build your future and launch your career with Howdens

Forget the typical 9-5. At Howdens, you'll be part of a busy, hands‑on team from day one, learning, earning, and building a career with real progression. For many of our apprentices, this role is where it all begins, building the confidence, skills and relationships to progress into sales and depot leadership.

We're proud to be a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer, and we're looking for someone motivated to join us.

• Location:
  
  Keynsham Depot
• £16,686 salary plus team incentives
• Qualification:
  
  Level 2 Trade Supplier Apprenticeship
• Duration: 12‑15 months (Level 2 Apprenticeship)
• Support to achieve Maths & English (if needed)
• A dedicated mentor and supportive Depot Manager
• Staff discount, pension, and paid holidays

• Serving trade customers face‑to‑face and over the phone
• Building relationships and supporting sales
• Learning our product range (kitchens, joinery, materials)
• Supporting stock control and deliveries
• Developing confidence in a fast‑paced depot environment

• We hire for attitude and potential, not experience
• Friendly, confident and keen to learn and get stuck in
• Reliable and organised
• Looking for a long‑term career, not just a job

• Trade Counter Sales
• Business Development
• Kitchen Design
• Depot Management

Ready to get started?

Apply today and take your first step with Howdens.

Please note:

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. To support you during the application process, please email (email removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Candidates must have a valid right to work in the UK; we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time.