Store Management Apprenticeship

Our apprenticeships are an AMAZING option if you want to jump headfirst into the world of work and achieve a nationally recognised qualification -all while getting paid!

If you want to earn and learn trolley-loads with Aldi, then we think you’ll love our Store Apprenticeships!

We have two programmes available and no matter which path you take, you’ll get real opportunities, amazing benefits and a cracking career to boot. With paid breaks too, what’s not to like?

Are you an aspiring manager with GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent)? Then look no further….

Our Store Management Apprenticeship provides a structured career path to help you develop into a leader of the future.

To apply, you’ll need to meet the UK government’s eligibility criteria before your apprenticeship starts. We may have some additional requirements too, depending on the apprenticeship you apply for.

• Must be aged 16+ years old
• Must have been a UK/EU/EAA resident for the past 3+ years
• You must not be an overseas national or subject to employment restrictions
• Must have left full-time education
• Must not have completed a similar qualification at the same level or above
• Store Management Apprenticeship only: GCSE grade 4+ in English and Maths
• Competitive hourly pay rates: Year 1 – £8.61, Year 2 – £10.39, Year 3 – £12.07 (London pay rates are £8.84, £10.83 and £12.72 respectively)
• Health & Lifestyle: You can join our discounted Health Cash Plan and take advantage of gym membership discounts, discounted cinema tickets, money off holidays and more!
• Wellbeing: Colleagues have access to an online wellness portal containing information and guidance, 24/7 Employee Assistant Programme and wellbeing-related benefits.
• Quick development: We’re growing really quickly so whichever pathway you take there will e plenty of opportunities to progress in future
• Training & Support: You’ll have monthly meetings with your allocated learning coach during work time – sessions are usually a mix of face-to-face and online.

Training

• Leading a successful, dynamic and engaged team
• Business and commercial requirements, responsibilities and policies
• Driving financial performance and sales
• Contingency, training and resource planning
• Securing customer loyalty and improving the customer experience
• Effective communication styles and techniques
• Current and emerging retail technologies

The programme typically takes up to 3 years to complete but may be shorter if you live in Wales or Scotland. In your first year, you’ll complete our Stores Career Starter Apprenticeship then start your Deputy Store Manager training as you work towards a Level 3 Team Leader qualification* in the final two years of the programme.

Additional job details

Location UK wide

How to apply

Application Process

• Online application: This is your chance to shine! Make sure you answer all the questions and provide as much information as possible. Once you’ve submitted your application, our recruitment team will review your answers. If you’re successful at this stage, you’ll progress to the next stage of the process.
• Individual or group assessment: You’ll complete an assessment or interview with an Area Manager at a local store. You’ll be asked some questions about yourself and the role you’re applying for – some of which might be based on a scenario. If you’re successful at this stage, you’ll progress to the final stage of the process.
• Aldi store experience: Following a successful interview, you’ll be invited to spend some time in a store so you can see first-hand the types of tasks you’d be expected to complete. Feel free to ask any questions you might have as we want to make sure the role is the right fit for you and us. If everything goes well, you’ll be offered a job as an apprentice!

Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 30 June 2025

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Aldi arrived in the UK back in 1990 and is now one of the fastest-growing supermarkets, with over 1,020 stores and more than 45,000 colleagues. In addition to its growth, Aldi is also an award-winning employer, having been named Employer of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards for the second consecutive year – with the supermarket acknowledging that without the amazing work of its colleagues, achievements like this just wouldn’t be possible. Aldi is committed to being a respectful, supportive and representative place to work, and in 2021 launched its diversity and inclusion strategy called Embrace, to create positive changes from the inside out.

Aldi has also been voted ninth Best Graduate Employer in the UK by the Times Top 100, offering a Graduate Programme filled with exceptional training and mentorship. There are many reasons to join Aldi’s Graduate Area Manager Programme: the responsibility, the exposure and the support being just a few. But top of your list should be the opportunity to get involved, give more – and get even more back.

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