Supply chain warehouse operative

The supply chain warehouse operative apprenticeship is suited for anyone already wording in warehouse operations or new recruits, providing the necessary skills and knowledge for working safely, efficiently and effectively in a modern warehouse.

Module 1 –  Awareness of self and the warehousing industry

Module 2 – Health, safety and risk management   

Module 3 – Organisational procedures

Module 4 – Operate & handle equipment

Module 5 – Stock Management

Module 6 – Technology & sustainability

Module 7 – Effective communication

Module 8 – Professional behaviours

The candidate completes the modules through online classroom sessions led by their  TRS skills coach. They also undertake skills practice in the workplace.

After completing all the modules, they will be assessed by an independent external organisation.  The assessment includes: 

• Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
• An observation with questions

On completion, the candidate will have achieved a level 2 apprenticeship and will receive a certificate.

• Upskill your workforce: Equip staff with the skills and knowledge needed for efficient, safe, and compliant warehouse operations.
• Boost productivity and efficiency: Trained warehouse operatives contribute effectively to stock management, order fulfilment, and day-to-day operations.
• Enhance talent retention: Invest in staff development to improve engagement, loyalty, and long-term operational performance.
• Enhanced safety: Ensures staff are trained to comply with safety regulations, minimizing risks. 
• Save on training costs with this funded course

• Advance your career: Gain a pathway to roles such as senior warehouse operative, team leader, or other supply chain positions.
• Develop practical skills:  During the course candidtes will gain experience in efficiently and safely handling key warehouse tasks, including storing, picking, and dispatching goods.
• Earn recognised credentials: Gain a nationally recognised certification that validates your skills and enhances future employability.
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Large firms(+250 staff members) have 100% of course costs covered by their apprenticeship levy funds.

For small and medium-sized businesses (less than 250 staff members), the government funds 95% of the course, with the employer contributing 5%. Sometimes, the 5% can be covered by through other funding opportunities, which means there are no costs at all.

There is no cost to the candidate who does the course. 

The supply chain warehouse operative apprenticeship can open the door to career pathways into team leading and then senior management. This progression can be supported by apprenticeships at each step.

Our enrolment process is straightforward. Once they have the approval of their employer, the participant: 

• completes an online application form 

• undertakes some online assessments 

• attends an onboarding call with the TRS enrolment officer 

After this, training begins. 

To start an apprenticeship, individuals must be 16 or over, living in England, and have the right to work in the UK. They must not be in full-time education when the apprenticeship begins.

Apprentices need to be employed and earning a wage, whether as a new recruit or an existing employee being upskilled. The role they’re in must be directly relevant to the apprenticeship and allow them to develop and practice the required skills.

They cannot be enrolled on another funded apprenticeship or DfE-funded programme at the same time.  

12 months