My understanding is we're talking about a low-level sales job, the sort of thing that has been around since for ever, and will still be around in two years' time and twenty years' time if you want it.

I also think Cheeky's experience is realistic. I was thinking it would probably be very hard to remain motivated on A levels, while doing a tough day-job like that. Whereas at school you have no distractions (well, fewer!).

Any decision involves some degree of risk, but your best chance of things turning out well is to work hard to get the best qualifications you can, and then get out there.