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Interested in retail? Spend a week with us on our Head Office Work Experience and see how a national business runs behind the scenes.
The team:
Store Operations is the engine room of Wickes. Our mission is simple: give our store colleagues the tools, tech, and info they need to be successful. Whether it's testing a new process or streamlining how we communicate, we’re always looking for a better way to do things. You’ll be right in the thick of it, organising support materials and helping us analyse feedback to make sure our stores run like clockwork.
You'll learn:
How small changes in a process can lead to a boost in store performance.
The vital role that planning and clear communication play in a national retail business.
How we support thousands of colleagues to ensure every customer visit is great.
What you’ll do:
Sit in on team meetings to discuss what is happening in our stores operationally and promotionally, to explore how we can support
Explore how range reviews are implemented in our stores from start to finish and explore how we can improve this process
Go on store visits to see how operations are implemented on the ground
Explore different business areas such as Trading, Costs, and IT to see how we support our stores
Who we’re looking for:
What matters most to us is your positive attitude and potential. And you’d need the following:
Be 16 years or over
A positive energy and you like a fast-paced environment!
You’re curious about how business works
You’ve got good communication skills
What we offer:
Our work experience is a voluntary placement focused on your personal development. While there is no salary, we’ll cover for your lunch and travel each day.
Our recruitment process
Apply: Upload your CV and tell us why you’re interested in joining Wickes.
Interview: A short online chat during the week commencing 18 May so we get to know each other better.
Start of your work experience: join us for an action-packed week from Monday 6 to Friday 10 July 2026.
About Wickes
What we’re most proud of is our culture. We’re inclusive, supportive and down-to-earth, with a strong sense of teamwork and shared ambition. At Wickes, you can be yourself, ask questions and grow at your own pace
We're a multi-channel home improvement retailer. We generate £1.6bn+ in revenue, operating across 230 stores and online, and supported by over 8000 colleagues.
You'll be a great fit at Wickes if:
You like working with people
You're happy to help even if it isn't your job
Enjoy working in a team
Watch the video and find out more about inclusion at Wickes
Wickes culture
Wickes’ culture is considered its best kept secret. Explore our values below.
Let’s attract and nurture the very best talent at all levels
Let’s commit to always supporting a culture that reflects our vision and Winning Behaviours
We want to provide you with more choice, helping drive engagement and ultimately creating a great place to work.
Let’s embrace the vast range of cultures and experiences within our company
Let’s harness the fresh thinking and passion this rich diversity brings to our workplace every single day
Let’s continue to treat everyone fairly and equally, regardless of his or her status
Let’s attract and nurture the very best talent at all levels
Let’s commit to always supporting a culture that reflects our vision and Winning Behaviours
We want to provide you with more choice, helping drive engagement and ultimately creating a great place to work.
Let’s embrace the vast range of cultures and experiences within our company
Let’s harness the fresh thinking and passion this rich diversity brings to our workplace every single day
Let’s continue to treat everyone fairly and equally, regardless of his or her status
