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Trade Counter Apprentice

Wilco Motor Spares Limited · Colchester · posted 26 August 2026

Wage
£17,550 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Trade supplier (level 2)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
14 September 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

  • Serving customers with products, talking to suppliers
  • Dealing with customer sales at the trade counter
  • Answering the phones to customers
  • Communicating with internal and external customers
  • Dealing with stock control and dispatch
  • Taking delivery of goods involves basic administration
  • Learning and gaining knowledge of products
  • Processing customer orders
  • Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers
  • Setting up of pedal bikes/electric bikes (Ready for the road) being part of your role (Training given)
  • Make up number plates and mix paint.
  • General cleanliness and maintenance of stores
  • Any duties as required by your supervisor/manager

Your training

  • Trade Supplier Level 2 qualification
  • Functional skills in maths and English if required
  • 20% off the job training (minimum 6 hours weekly)
  • End Point Assessment (EPA)

Where it leads

  • Possible employment with the company for the right candidate
  • Progression routes to further industry training

About Wilco Motor Spares Limited

Wilco Motor Spares are located in various locations within the Norwich, Norfolk area. As a family run business for over 30 years, we have thousands of happy customers who return to us for all requirement for products for motor spares. Offering a great service and affordability.

Things to consider

Must be able to access location with ease.

A passion for giving great customer service and team work.

Have a keen interest in Cars & Bikes, can think on your feet and tackle any given task with a hands-on, can-do approach.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade GCSE - grades 3,4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 115A Butt Road, Colchester, CO3 3DL

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