Truworths invites South Africans to apply for the Truworths Stores Learnership Programme 2026 Intake.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Reference Number: TRU260126-1
Location: All Provinces in South Africa
Minimum Requirement: Grade 10
Workplace Type: On-site
Business Area: Field Operations
This learnership is specifically aimed at persons living with disabilities, promoting inclusion and empowerment within the retail sector.
About the Truworths Stores Learnership 2026
The Truworths Stores Learnership Programme is designed to give individuals structured training and practical workplace experience in retail.
The programme will train you to become a cross-trained sales consultant, meaning you will gain experience in multiple store functions, including:
- Sales floor operations
- Service desk operations
- Merchandising and stock control
- Customer service
- POS (Point of Sale) systems
What You Will Learn
1. Sales Floor Training
You will learn how to:
- Approach and assist customers
- Promote products and specials
- Keep the store neat and visually appealing
- Understand fashion trends
- Deliver excellent customer service
2. Service Desk Training
You will be trained to:
- Process purchases and returns
- Handle customer queries
- Use store systems professionally
- Maintain calm and professionalism
3. Stock & Merchandising
You will learn:
- How to display merchandise correctly
- How to follow store layout guidelines
- How to reduce stock losses
- How to apply MBP (Merchandise Best Practice) principles
4. Assessments & Logbooks
This is not just practical work. You will be required to:
- Complete logbooks
- Prepare for assessments
- Be evaluated and declared competent
You must complete at least 120 working hours as part of the programme.
Key Responsibilities
If selected, you will:
- Assist customers on the sales floor
- Process POS payments
- Open new store accounts
- Maintain stock control
- Build customer relationships
- Ensure store safety and security
- Prepare for learnership assessments
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must:
- Have completed Grade 10
- Have a passion for fashion and retail
- Be willing to work with customers
- Be committed to learning
- Be a person living with a disability (programme focus)
Who Should Apply?
You should apply if you:
- Have no work experience but want to enter retail
- Want practical workplace exposure
- Enjoy working with people
- Are committed to completing assessments
- Want to build a long-term career in retail
How to Prepare Your Application
1. Update Your CV
Include:
- Highest grade passed
- Volunteer experience (if any)
- Leadership roles at school
- Communication and teamwork skills
- Correct contact details
2. Prepare a Strong Motivation
You may be asked:
- Why do you want to work in retail?
- How would you handle a difficult customer?
- Are you willing to work weekends and holidays?
Practice your responses in advance.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Truworths Stores Learnership Programme 2026:
Ensure you apply before the closing date of 30 April 2026.
Important Notes
- This programme is focused on inclusion of persons living with disabilities.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Ensure your CV is clear, updated and professional.