Introduction to Employment in Warehousing and Storage

Gain the introductory knowledge and skills needed to take your first step towards a rewarding career in warehousing and storage, in our Hull based Fareshare warehouse.

What does the qualification cover?

• Working in warehousing and storage
• Moving or handling goods manually
• Assemble orders for dispatch in a logistics environment
• Pick and pack goods in a logistics environment

Who is it suitable for?

This course is suitable for individuals that are unemployed and live in the Hull postcode, who wish to start their career in warehousing and storage, or who are already working in this sector, and wish to develop their knowledge with a view to progressing on to a Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage (RQF).

It will; Provide individuals with a foundation knowledge to enable progression into Warehousing and Storage or into employment as a Trainee Warehouse Operative, Storeroom Operative or similar role.

How is it assessed?

The qualification will be assessed by your Tutor or Assessor using a range of methods. This could include uploaded questions, answers to tests or methods such as oral questioning via video link. 

How long does it take to complete?

You can usually complete in 12 weeks. 

Plus a weekly onsite work club with access to ICT resources to aid job applications, LEP endorsed Employability Passport. We will also include the following Qualifications 

• First Aid
• Manual Handling
• Food Hygiene
• Health& Safety
• FLT counterbalance Licence 

What are my next steps?

Contact Dave Ellis using the contact form on this page, or email dellis@goodwintrust.org or by phone 07973393788.