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Shoe repairers mend footwear and items like belts and bags.
You could work: weekends;
You could:
You may need to wear protective clothing.
You could work at a store.
Your working environment may be noisy and dusty.
You can get into this job by applying directly.
You could apply directly for a job as a trainee with a shoe repair company.
Some employers may give you a short assessment to test your English, basic maths and practical skills. Most will expect you to have the potential to develop excellent customer service skills.
You'll learn mostly on-the-job. Some employers have their own training centres where you may also spend some time.
You could learn additional skills like engraving, watch repair and key cutting, as some shoe repairers also offer these services.
With experience you may be able to work your way up to a supervisor or manager position with the shoe repair company.
You could become self-employed and open your own shoe repair business.
You could use your customer service skills in other retail roles or put your practical skills to use in other types of repair or craft work.