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Apprentice Retail Assistant BOC Ltd

Job details
Posting date: 09 July 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 August 2025
Location: Camborne, Cornwall
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Inspiro Learning
Job type: Apprenticeship
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Summary

Programme duration 12 Months and 3 Months End of Point Assessment
Programme name Level 2 - Retailer
Employer description
At BOC Gases, we don’t just supply gases—we fuel industries, power innovation, and help save lives. From life-saving oxygen in hospitals to cutting-edge hydrogen energy solutions, we’re at the heart of progress across healthcare, manufacturing, food, and sustainability. Below are just a snapshot of some examples:



Gases for welding and cutting in construction and manufacturing.
Life-saving oxygen for hospitals and healthcare providers.
High-purity gases for research and electronics.
Freezing and carbonation solutions for the food and beverage industry.
Hydrogen energy solutions for reducing emissions.
What makes them stand out?

BOC is one of the largest and most trusted suppliers of gases in the world, with over 100 years of expertise in advanced gas technologies. The company has built its reputation on innovation, reliability, and a strong commitment to both safety and sustainability.

History of Innovation: A legacy of pioneering solutions in industrial and medical gas technologies.
Global Trust: Operating locally in the UK and globally through the Linde Group, BOC delivers exceptional products and services.
Access to Cutting-Edge Technology: As part of the Linde Group, BOC benefits from world-class expertise and resources.
Focus on Sustainability: Champions green energy, such as supplying hydrogen for clean energy solutions and helping customers reduce carbon emissions.
Job description
BOC Ltd are looking to recruit an Apprentice Retail Assistant for our shop in Camborne.

What you will be doing in your role:

Customer Service: Deliver excellent customer service, assisting customers with their needs, and providing product knowledge and guidance to ensure they find the best solutions.
Sales Opportunities: Identify growth opportunities, offering additional products and services to meet customer needs and enhance their experience.
Stock Management: Keep the store well-stocked and organised to meet customer demands effectively.
Safety Compliance: Follow and enforce strict safety procedures, ensuring a safe environment for both customers and colleagues.
Team Support: Collaborate with your colleagues to maintain the smooth day-to-day operations of the store.
To become an apprentice, you must:

Be 16 or over
Not already be in full-time education
As an apprentice you’ll:

Complete a retail apprenticeship standard.
Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace.
Learn and train for a specific job.
Get paid and receive holiday leave.
Get hands-on experience in a real job
Study for at least 20% of your working hours.
Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship.
Be on a career path with lots of future potential
Be entitled to a TOTUM membership, find out more here About TOTUM | TOTUM UK
For more information about Inspiro Learning’s apprenticeship delivery and what it entails please click here to watch a short video

Future Prospects
On completion of your apprenticeship, you will have gained the required knowledge, skills and behaviours to help your progress to a Retail Store Assistant. From there the possibilities are endless, with the option to progress to a Retail Store Manager depending on your future aspirations.
Skills required
Communication skills
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Qualifications required
English and Maths at Grade 3 or Level 1 Functional Skills
Personal qualities
A willingness to learn
Reliability
Things to consider
This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received and you may be invited to an interview before the closing date. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Application instructions
To continue please click apply to fill in a brief application form. Once applied your details will go through an initial screening process to ascertain suitability. If suitable you will be called by an Apprenticeship Recruitment Advisor to discuss the vacancy further and to check your eligibility for an apprenticeship. If you are eligible/suitable your details will then be passed on to the employer .

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