Apprentice Travel Consultant
MARKEN TRAVEL
Apprenticeship summary
Marken Travel are looking for a motivated, self-disciplined individual with a passion for travel. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure full-time employment and grow within our well-established independent business in Billinge. You will be supported by our award-winning team as you train to become a qualified Travel Consultant.
Closing date: March 27, 2026
Advanced
Your main role will be assisting other members of staff as required and learning about all aspects of the retail travel industry duties will include:
- Meeting and greeting our customers
- Delivering excellent customer service
- Marketing, including social media and window displays
- Dealing with incoming and outgoing administration
- Updating customer files
- Matching customer needs and advising customers on their holiday arrangements
- Selling travel and related products to customers
This apprenticeship includes regular training with a dedicated training provider. You will spend at least 6 hours per week of your working hours completing off-the-job learning, which may include online study, workshops, assignments and practical training to support your development.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice can expect to be offered a full-time position as a Travel Consultant at Marken Travel, with opportunities to further develop their skills, progress within the business and build a long-term career in the travel industry.
Employer
MARKEN TRAVEL
Marken Travel is an Independent Travel Agent that has been established since 1983. Being a member of ABTA ensures we work to high professional standards and we offer choice, value and quality to all our clients. We are a strong believer of ‘good old fashion customer service’ which sadly in today’s environment is quite rare. Being in business since 1983 has given a chance to build a strong and loyal customer base and I believe our service and our team our outstanding.
Training
ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard:Travel consultant (level 3)