Branch Apprentice - #188122

Job Ref:
RW1583921DerBA

Location:
Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom

Postcode:
DE1 1LQ

Type of contract:
Permanent

Salary:
Competitive with Benefits Per Annum

Posted Date:
Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Closing Date:
Friday, June 19, 2026

We're looking for a Branch Apprentice to join our team at Huws Gray Derby (Lake House)!

Part time - 30 hours per week (including alternative Saturdays)

If you’re in the trade or have ever tackled a home improvement project, you’ve probably heard of us. We’re the Huws Gray Group and we’re made up of a number of brands, including Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, The Timber Group, PDM, NDI and Anglia Tool Centre to name a few. Up and down the UK, our branches are serving and supporting our local communities with all their building material needs, but we couldn’t do this without the right people, so why not join us?

But what is a Builders Merchant and who are Huws Gray?

A Builders Merchant sells building and construction materials to a range of different customers, from long-standing builders with years of experience in their trade to the do-it-yourself DIYers. We’re the Huws Gray Group and we’re made up of a number of brands, including Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, Bathroom Distribution Group, PDM, NDI and Anglia Tool Centre to name a few. Up and down the UK, our branches are serving and supporting our local communities with all their building material needs.

You’ll be working with people who love what they do and care for each other. Our branch teams are a bit like a family, there’s plenty of fun and you’ll be a key member of the branch. You will get to learn the day-to-day operations of the branch, and you'll get to learn all about sales and administration, as well as delivering excellent customer service.

We are looking for someone who can thrive in a customer-focused environment, who enjoys problem-solving and has the motivation to progress in their career.

Here’s a quick overview of some of the things you can expect to do as a Apprentice with Huws Gray Derby (Lake House):

• You’ll be given the training to fully contribute to the day-to-day operations of the branch
• You'll complete a Level 2 Trade Supplier qualification
• You will need to commit to and maximize the use of the training and support from the training provider

We know that you are more than just a CV and embracing everyone’s individuality is what makes us great as a team. We can give you plenty of training and equip you with the tools that you’ll need to succeed as a Apprentice, however we just ask that you are committed to learn with a 'can do' attitude, as well as getting stuck in to whatever task comes your way!

We know you’re thinking ‘this sounds great, but what’s in it for me?’ Let us tell you:

• 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Company bonus scheme
• A contributory pension scheme
• Awards where our colleagues are recognised quarterly and annually
• A generous staff discount scheme
• A range of training and development programmes to help you progress your career

Our online application process takes less time to complete than it does to make a good brew, so stick the kettle on and make your application!