Customer services

You can get into this job through:

• a college course
• an apprenticeship
• applying directly

College

You can learn some of the skills you need for this job by doing a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Retail Skills.

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course

For more information

• equivalent entry requirements
• funding advice
• search for courses

Apprenticeship

You may be able to get into this job through a retailer intermediate apprenticeship.

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship

For more information

• equivalent entry requirements
• guide to apprenticeships

Direct application

You can apply directly to petrol station companies. Some employers may ask for GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) in English and maths. Experience in retail sales, customer service or cash handling will be helpful.

Requirements and restrictions

You'll need to:

• You may need a driving licence and access to a vehicle if you're working late nights or at a motorway service station.
• be over 18 years of age

More information

With experience, you could progress to shop supervisor then manager. Many petrol station are owned by supermarkets and you may have opportunities to work in the store.