Aldi has announced that it’s looking to recruit hundreds of new apprentices right across the UK, and applications are now open.
The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket retailer has ambitious plans for 2024, and is hoping to welcome hundreds of new apprentices onto the team to form an integral part of those plans, as opportunities have now been made available across a wide of range of sectors within the company.
Apprenticeship roles are now open at Aldi stores – including several here in Greater Manchester – as well as in the buying and logistics sectors, and for HGV drivers too.
With the goal of 500 new apprentices before the year is out, successful applicants will have the chance to gain industry-recognised qualifications while they earn, and will also be eligible for a number of additional Aldi employee benefits too – including a range of shopping discounts, and the chance to take part in a ‘bike to work’ scheme.
There’s even a new mortgage advice option for apprentices too, where they can seek free mortgage advice and access mortgage education material, should they need it.
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Aldi is recruiting more than 500 new apprentices across the UK / Credit: Aldi
The call for 500 new apprentices is part of Aldi’s nationwide expansion drive.
Not only did the retailer create 6,000 new roles across the UK in total last year, but this apprenticeship recruitment drive also comes merely months after it opened up dozens of new roles at its Greater Manchester distribution centre.
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Aldi recently announced new pay rates for all store and warehouse colleagues, with some apprenticeship roles rising by up to 37%.
Store apprentices at Aldi can now earn £8.44 per hour in year one, which then rises to £11.83 per hour in year three, with paid breaks, while apprentices in logistics and driver roles can earn £10.96 and £14.13 per hour, respectively.
Applications for the coveted roles are now open / Credit: Aldi
Lisa Murphy, who is the Learning and Development Director at Aldi UK, says the retailer is on the lookout for “hardworking” and “driven” individuals to join the team.
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She continued: “By joining our apprenticeship scheme, individuals will become experts in their role and receive in-depth skills training at one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country. The apprentices of today are the leaders of tomorrow, so we’re always on the hunt for more amazing individuals from all backgrounds to join our team.”
A FREE shopping event dedicated to saving students money is returning to Manchester Arndale
Thomas Melia
One of the city centre’s most popular shopping events helping students save money is returning to Manchester Arndale and the city centre.
MCR Student Socialis heading back to the city with its big discounts, freebies, giveaways and plenty of entertainment to keep you busy while you browse.
This interactive shopping event encourages new and current students to wander roundManchester Arndaleand the surrounding streets while snapping up some seriously good deals.
Expect discounts of up to 50% off at 120 stores including big high street retailers like Champion, Søstrene Grene, Selfridges, Sephora, and Berghaus.
This incredible 50% off deal continues into some of Manchester Arndale’s big-name food vendors like Wingstop, Archie’s, Barburrito, Sides, HOP Vietnamese and more.
If you’re after carrying thatZara Larssonenergy into your next academic year, the Arndale’s Rhinestone Rodeo celebration includes a Charm Bar in Exchange Court, where you can turn photos into personalised charms.
No shopping trip is complete without a matcha in-hand and you can bag yourself a free hot or iced drink in Exchange Court at the Cult Beauty Matcha Station.
Look out for our Audio North truck on Market StreetThe Manchester Arndale MCR Student Social is back
There’s even the Arndale’s Party Tuk Tuk which will be roaming around the city-centre shopping complex blasting out hip-hop tunes and some of your song requests.
Just outside Manchester Arndale on Market Street, there’s plenty of activities split across three dedicated zones, like Food & Drink by familiar foodie faces like Franco Manca and Great British Doner.
The Party Zone will be buzzing as Footasylum, Museum of Illusions and Urban Playground all unite, while there’s plenty of giveaways over at the Info Zone with brands like Science + Industry Museum and RSPB.
And, our very ownAudio North x The Manc DJ Truck is soundtracking Market Street with student DJs playing out everything from dance and funk to classic party anthems.
MCR Student Social is taking place on Thursday 24 September at Manchester Arndale from 12pm to 7pm and you can find more information via its official websiteHERE.
M&S launches new Too Good To Go partnership – with NINE Greater Manchester stores signed up
Emily Sergeant
M&S has finally decided to partner with food waste charity, Too Good To Go.
As of yesterday, a total of 350 M&S stores across the UK – including nine major sites in Greater Manchester – now offer new Too Good To Go ‘Surprise Bags’ that are made up of surplus bakery goodies, giving customers the chance to collect quality food at a reduced price at the end of the day directly from in-store bakeries.
The launch follows a trial in a select number of UK stores, and the Surprise Bags will include bakery treats such as pastries, cookies, and fresh bread.
The partnership with Too Good To Go is the latest move in M&S Food’s work to reduce surplus food and ensure good food doesn’t go to waste.
Greater Manchester stores that will be taking part in the new Too Good To Go partnership include Manchester Market Street, Trafford Centre, Stockport, Spinningfields, Prestwich, Wigan Robin, Bolton Middlebrook, Bury The Rock, and Ashton Moss.
Each of the Surprise Bags will include three to four bakery products to a minimum retail price of £10.20 for just £3.80.
Available Monday to Saturday, customers can order their Surprise Bags through the Too Good To Go app, and collect them one hour before their local store closes.
“It’s great to be involved in this new launch with Too Good To Go to help reduce food waste,” commented Chris Parker, who is the Store Manager at M&S Bolton Middlebrook.
“Our in-store bakeries are incredibly popular with customers, and at the end of the day, customers will now be able to order and collect surprise bags offering fantastic surplus bakery products at great value.
“By finding new ways to re-purpose surplus products, we’re helping ensure more food is enjoyed rather than wasted. This partnership is another positive step towards reaching our goal of halving food waste by 2030.”
Emily Sergeant -
25th January 2024 
