Have your say on the skills needed for future retail success

Get involved in shaping qualifications and apprenticeships to ensure they reflect the skills needed for the retail industry.

People 1st International is undertaking a review of existing National Occupational Standards (NOS) for retail in the UK and would like to invite employers, businesses, and individuals to participate.

The NOS are developed in consultation with employers and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that they are truly reflective of the competencies required for the successful completion of each task at the heart of job roles and are used to inform qualifications and apprenticeships.

Why should I participate?

• It’s an opportunity to lead, change and influence the direction of learning and professional development on offer across the retail industry in the UK.
• You will have real and direct involvement in reviewing the standards which drive retail qualifications and apprenticeships.
• You will be part of shaping the future for the industry and those working within it.
• Provides an invaluable continuing personal development (CPD) opportunity.

How do I get involved?

You can choose the level of engagement that you are comfortable with:

• Join an expert working group to directly influence the outcome of the retail NOS review.
• Participate in an online survey to give feedback on recommended amendments to the existing retail NOS.
• Be kept up to date with developments.

Register your interest in the NOS retail review.

First published 7 October 2024