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Average UK salary in 2019 was £30,378
(source Office for National Statistics)
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Shopkeepers manage their own stores or run stores on behalf of a retail chain.
Average UK salary in 2019 was £30,378
(source Office for National Statistics)
You could work: in your own business; managing your own hours
There will be
3% more Shopkeeper jobs in 2026.
In your local area
Your day-to-day duties could include:
You could work at a store.
Your working environment may be physically demanding.
You can get into this job through:
You could do a college course, which may help if you're setting up your own business. Courses include:
You can get into this job through a retail manager higher apprenticeship.
This will usually take 18 months to complete. You'll do on-the-job training and spend time with a college or training provider.
You'll usually need:
You can become a shopkeeper by taking over an existing business or opening a franchise. You could also set up your own retail outlet on the high street or online.
It'll help if you've got some experience in retail, sales, administration or business management.
You can find advice about setting up and running your own business from Business is Great.
You'll need to:
You may find it useful to join an organisation like the British Independent Retailers Association, for professional development, training opportunities and to make industry contacts.
You can get advice about starting out in retail from the British Independent Retailers Association.
You could buy a franchise, or, with experience and an established brand name, you could expand or improve your premises or buy another shop.
You'll need: