Warehouse Operative Apprentice
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Company: Mentor Distribution
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Location: Henlow, SG16 6DS
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Logistics / Warehousing
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Ref: VAC-14368
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Application Deadline Date: 05/04/2026
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Start Date: 20/04/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm (with a one hour lunch break)
Brief Description
Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work, staying organised, and being part of a busy team? Mentor Distribution, a well-established AV and display distributor, is looking for a Warehouse Apprentice to join their growing operations team in Henlow.
Qualifications Required
To be considered for this role you will ideally need to have GCSE grades 9-3 (A*- D) in English and maths
If you don't meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - jcarter@bedford.ac.uk or 01536 413508
Personal Qualities
- A positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
Skills Required
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work at a fast pace and follow instructions.
- Good attention to detail
Training to be Provided
Level 2 Warehouse Operative
Future Prospects
On completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to progress into higher roles within the business such as Warehouse Supervisor
Vacancy Detail
With over 30 years of experience and partnerships with leading global manufacturers, Mentor Distribution supplies hundreds of products across the UK and Northern Ireland, all supported by a large and fast-paced warehouse operation based in Bedfordshire. This is a great opportunity to start your career in a professional logistics environment and learn how a successful distribution business runs behind the scenes.
In this role, you’ll work closely with the operations team, supporting the day-to-day running of the warehouse. You’ll assist with receiving and checking incoming deliveries, storing stock correctly, and picking and packing orders ready for dispatch. You’ll also help book in deliveries, organise shipments (including larger orders), and liaise with other warehouses to ensure everything runs smoothly. Alongside this, you’ll support stock control and inventory checks, use warehouse equipment (with full training provided), and help maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment while working towards daily targets and deadlines.
This role would suit someone who is reliable, eager to learn, and enjoys practical work. No previous warehouse experience is required, but any experience in a similar environment would be an advantage. Mentor Distribution will provide full training, including opportunities to gain qualifications such as a counterbalance forklift and pump truck licence, helping you build valuable skills for your future career.
Other Information
Warehousing can involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting for long periods.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Group Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process. Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.