Key Modules:
DEERE APPRENTICESHIPS
SUPPLY CHAIN WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE
APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD
Deere Apprenticeships can deliver Warehouse development
programmes bespoke to your organisational needs. It will improve
and teach new skills to ensure that your supply chain runs
effectively, meeting your efficiency targets, deadlines and will
promote the importance in providing a quality service for your
clients.
The apprenticeship provides the foundation knowledge, skills and
experience for the role of Warehouse Operative. The course has
been specifically designed by employers (not academics) to meet
your workforce needs and offers:
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The Apprenticeship Standard – with key strands of work
activities relating to learners roles, such as taking deliveries,
quality checks, moving and storing goods, picking for dispatch,
maintaining records and safely using machinery and vehicles.
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Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage – delivery of
this qualification using the Key Modules (listed adjacent)
provides the necessary skills to develop service practitioners
and achieve the Apprenticeship Standard
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English & Maths – those without Level 2 attainment in these
areas will be supported to achieve this
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Employees will be tested through an End Point Assessment –
a test of knowledge (using scenarios with questions), and a
practical assessment to allow the learner to showcase their
skills.
Our unique approach to delivery means we use different training
methods to meet individual needs. It is expected candidates will be
in training 1 day per month, with additional work based projects. On
completion of the programme your employees will receive an
overall grade.
Deere Apprenticeships
Northgate Business Centre, Newark-on-Trent, NOTTS. NG24 1EZ. T 01636 642858
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Health & Safety
Customer Service
Team Working
Personal Development
Why Deere Apprenticeships:
All modules are available through
a blended learning approach of
mandatory training
workshops/webinars, work based
development, on-line learning
resources and e-portfolio
evidence
Transparency through on-line
progress tracking available for all
employees
Multiple dates for training
workshops and webinars
Co-Funding cost is £300
(includes qualification and end
point assessment) or
Apprenticeship Levy recovery
cost of £3,000
Delivery Overview for Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship
(Inclusive of Level 2 Certificate in Warehouse and Storage)
This course will be achieved over a 13 month period, below is an example programme. All
learners have an individual learning plan to meet their exact needs, and employers can
choose to change some of the optional units.
Period
Unit Name
Length
Key modules delivered through Training Workshops
Induction
Month 1
1 Day
Complete enrolment paperwork
E-Portfolio/BKSB demonstration
Initial assessments
Assessment overview
Health, Safety and Security at
Month 2
1 Day
Work
Legislations and regulations
Handling materials and
equipment
Mechanical Handling Equipment
Pre shift Checks
Safe monitoring operations
Load safety and pedestrian
safety
Platforms, lofts and roof areas
Different types of Trucks
Working relationships, roles
Month 3
1 Day
and structures
Roles within the Warehouse
sector
Career Pathways
Communication
Teamwork
IT & stock taking
Microsoft software
Own IT systems
Housekeeping
Minimising waste & monitoring
stock
Customer Service Vision,
Month 4
1 Day
Objectives of the brand
Who are the customers?
Effective customer relations
Identifying customer needs
Customer enquiries
Effects of poor communication &
poor service
Customer complaints
Reporting and recording
systems
Key Modules delivered in the Workplace
Personal Development
Month 1
Within
Ongoing
(Personal organisation)
monthly
(Developing-Self)
Work Based
Create PDP with SMART targets Development
in-line with own and
coach visits
organisational objectives.
Identify training opportunities
(Being open to feedback)
Delivery model
Work Based Development Coach visit
On-line English & Maths assessment
Study Skills Webinar
Mandatory Offsite Training Workshop
Professional discussion
Short answer test
Assignment
Webinar support
Mandatory Offsite Training Workshop
Professional discussion
Short answer test
Webinar support
Mandatory Offsite Training Workshop
Professional Discussion
Reflective account of dealing with
complaints
Webinar to support
Work Based Development Coach
monthly visits
Portfolio of evidence
Work Based Observations &
Testimonies
Performance Review & Self Reflection
Resource & Research Library and ebased Learning Videos on our VLE
Mock Tests and Feedback
Other modules delivered in the Workplace to measure Skills & Behaviours
Work Based Development Coach
Months 5-10
a) Operate at least One Vehicle
Within
monthly visits
safely and efficiently
monthly
Portfolio of evidence
Work Based
b) Use and position vehicle fitted Development Work Based Observations &
Testimonies
equipment
coach visits
Performance Review & Self Reflection
Resource & Research Library and ec) Safely and efficiently move,
based Learning Videos on our VLE
handle, pack and unpack
Mock Tests and Feedback
different items
d) Manage waste effectively
e) Safely and efficiently load and
unload items
f) Select, prepare and use most
appropriate packaging materials
g) Use correct equipment and
procedures to record receiving
or stowing goods
h) Use IT systems and other
relevant technology and
systems
i) Communicate effectively with
customers and colleagues
j) Work effectively in a
warehouse team
k) Demonstrate integrity,
credibility, positivity and honesty
Mandatory Preparation for End Point Assessment
Month 11
Knowledge and Behaviours test
2 hours
(outcomes 1)
Month 11
Practical assessment (Skills
2 hours
outcomes)
Month 12
Professional discussion on
2 hours
training and personal
development
Month 12
Apprentice showcase (Portfolio
2 hours
of evidence review)
End Point Assessment
Month 13
End Point Assessment
1 Day
Mandatory Offsite Training Workshop
Online Test
Mandatory Onsite Training
Reflection of apprenticeship journey
Interactive discussion on End Point
Assessment
Mandatory Onsite Review
Independent End Point Assessment –
Knowledge and behaviours test,
followed by a Practical assessment