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Dig a little deeper...
It's all about real life work experience on the job at Thatchers. Hear what some of our Thatchers Young Talent has to say, and some of our top tips for your apprenticeship journey.
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The apprenticeship gave me a real sense of autonomy and ownership, I could always see the value I was adding. I have since become Customer Service Team Leader allowing me to share my knowledge and experience with new apprentices in the Customer Service Team.
Rose Stitch - Ex Brand Academy Apprentice
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Being an IT apprentice has helped me develop a lifelong range of skills and experience in the workplace. Its allowed me to get stuck in applying my knowledge to real life scenarios whilst still gaining the technical theory from college.
Harvey Daunton - Brand Academy Apprentice
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I joined Thatchers as I wanted to be a part of a company that had lots of opportunity to broaden my future career. I am now helping project manage our brand new multi-million pound warehouse.
Izzie Warren - Ex Brand Academy Apprentice
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During my apprenticeship I have been fortunate enough to experience quite a vast number of different things across different departments. Since being here my confidence is by far my skill that has developed the most.
Tom Powell - Engineering Apprentice
Top Tips for Becoming an Apprentice
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Read the job descriptions
Tailor your CV to the role you're applying for.
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Research our company
Think about why you'd like to work here and become part of the Thatchers family.
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Showcase your skills
We know you won't have had lots of experience, but show us your transferrable skills.
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First impressions count
Ask your careers advisors at school or college, or your parents/carers to proof-read your CV.
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Add some details
Tailor a covering letter to the job you're applying for, and add details in here that may not fit in your CV.
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Short and sweet
Try and keep your CV to 2 pages maximum, this will keep the reader engaged!