Salary: £29064/annum
Part Time – Part Time
Retail/Purchasing
Taunton
date posted: 2026-05-09 14:45:17
Retail Trainer (Apprenticeships) – 3 Days per Week (0.6 FTE)
Home Based – Somerset / Bristol / Exeter Patch Ideal locations: Taunton, South Bristol, Bridgwater, Weston-super-Mare –
Salary: £29,064 pro rata (£17,438 for 0.6) + mileage (45ppm)
Permanent | 3 days per week
FIND is partnering with one of the UK’s leading apprenticeship training providers, an established national organisation supporting thousands of learners across the UK.
They deliver programmes for some of the UK’s best-known retail brands including Co-op, JD Sports, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, John Lewis, Dunelm, Asda and more.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced retail leader looking to step away from store operations and into a rewarding training career.
No previous training or assessing experience is required – full support and qualifications provided.
The Role
As a Retail Trainer, you’ll coach and support apprentices completing Retail programmes across Levels 2-4.
You’ll use your retail leadership experience to develop learners working in real retail environments across supermarkets, fashion, homeware, sports and high street brands.
This is a home-based field role covering:
Somerset
Bristol
Occasional travel to Exeter Candidates should ideally have good access to the M5.
Working Pattern
3 days per week (0.6 contract)
Days can be flexible, but must be the same set days each week
Excellent opportunity for candidates seeking work-life balance or part-time flexibility
Key Responsibilities
Coach and assess retail apprentices in the workplace and remotely
Carry out learner reviews and progress meetings
Deliver engaging coaching linked to real retail operations
Support learners to achieve and complete on time
Build relationships with employer managers
Maintain accurate learner records and compliance paperwork
About You
Essential:
Management experience in retail (Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Area Support etc.) OR
Strong supervisory experience with clear leadership capability
Background in any retail environment, including:
Supermarkets
Fashion
Sports retail
Homeware
High street retail
Passion for developing people
Strong communication and organisation skills
Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle No training experience needed
If you’ve managed teams in retail and enjoy coaching others, full support can be provided to move into training.
What’s on Offer
£29,064 pro rata (£17,438 for 3 days) + mileage (45ppm)
Fully funded training qualifications
Home based role with regional travel
Established learner caseload
Opportunity to grow to full time in future if learner numbers increase
Strong benefits package and career development
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced retail leader looking for a better work-life balance and a chance to develop others, we’d love to hear from you.
