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Aldi to create over 300 new jobs across Greater Manchester

here's opportunities available for all experience levels.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 1st April 2022

Aldi announced that it’s looking for hundreds of Greater Manchester residents to take on roles at branches across the region.

After the popular budget supermarket chain – which currently has over 920 stores and employs around 38,000 people right across the UK – said it was launching a huge North West recruitment drive last year, Aldi is now looking for people to fill a total of 304 roles at its stores in Greater Manchester.

There’s opportunities available for all experience levels, with salaries of up to £63,000.

Aldi stores in Greater Manchester with a range of roles currently available include Bolton, Didsbury, and Eccles, and some of the positions up for grabs are Caretaker and Store Assistant, all the way up to Deputy Manager.

Read more: Aldi to create 2,000 new jobs and open 100 new stores in £1.3bn investment plan

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Aldi is looking for people to fill a total of 304 roles at its stores in Greater Manchester / Credit: Aldi UK

The roles in Greater Manchester are par of a wider recruitment drive, according to Aldi, which will see more than 2,000 further jobs created across the UK.

These add to the 7,000 permanent roles that have already been created over the last two years.

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Speaking on the new Greater Manchester recruitment drive, Kelly Stokes – Recruitment Director at Aldi UK – said: “As we continue to grow and make Aldi accessible to even more shoppers this year, we need thousands more amazing colleagues across the country to make that possible.

“That includes job roles at current and new stores across Greater Manchester.

There’s opportunities available for all experience levels / Credit: Aldi UK

“Our colleagues are central to everything we do at Aldi and remain one of the key factors in our success, so we look forward to welcoming even more great people to the team to become a part of this success.”

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Interested in applying?

You can find out more about the roles on offer and the job descriptions via the Aldi recruitment website here.

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A local Manc musician is taking on a Three Peaks challenge whilst carrying a full drum kit

Danny Jones Danny Jones The Manchester Drummer Three Peaks challenge with drum kit

A local musician dubbed ‘The Manchester Drummer’ is set to face an incredible twist on the National Three Peaks Challenge this summer, as he’s set to carry a full drum kit the ENTIRE way.

This makes our weekly stairmaster workout look like a walk in the park.

Aaron Youd, a.k.a. ‘TMD’ is set to take on the incredible feat next month in the name of mental health, especially among men.

Having sadly seen half a dozen loved ones and peers take their own lives over the last three decades, he’s putting himself through the wringer to show that mountains are there to be climbed, and chip away at those still surviving stigmas, one step at a time.

Set to ascend Snowdon, Ben Nevis and Scafell Pike – Great Britain’s trio of tallest summits – all whilst carrying his trusty drum kit, he’ll be putting himself through 23 miles of walking and over 10,000 feet/3,000 metres of elevation all told.

When we first came across his story, we assumed he meant the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge (still staggering at more than 5,200 ft), but it turns out he does nothing by half measures.

Having spent the best part of 27 years touring and performing across the UK and Europe, Aaron’s personal connection to mental health awareness and wellbeing has only deepened over that time, choosing to represent another native charity this August.

Mandem Meetup, who also have a strong base across Greater Manchester, hold completely free group walks, along with talking events, hikes and other activities, like Dungeons and Dragons games, homeless outreach work, even gym sessions with fellow Manc community hero Javeno McLean.

Speaking ahead of starting his incredible journey, Aaron said: “This challenge is about much more than endurance. It’s about raising awareness for mental health, encouraging people to speak openly, and raising as much money as possible for a cause that affects so many lives every day.

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“I’ve lost six friends and colleagues to suicide, and I know how important it is that people feel able to talk and ask for support. At each peak, I’ll be performing with the drums to spread the message that no one should struggle alone.

“Every step, every climb, and every beat played is dedicated to raising awareness and making a positive difference.”

As well as embarking on his voyage on behalf of Mandem Meetup, Aaron is also now working with a big brand soon to make a splash here in the region (nudge nudge, wink wink) who are helping back him on his challenge.

Following a chance encounter here in the city centre, he happened to meet Professor David Russell, who came across him busking, but also just happens to be the CEO of the upcoming Therme Manchester.

The £500 spa and resort set to open over in Trafford may still be a way off, currently scheduled for late 2028, but as part of their promotion ahead of establishing a base here in the North West, the talented percussionist was invited to be part of the official groundbreaking ceremony last September.

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It’s set to be a HUGE new addition to the region.

As for Aaron, he signs off by adding: “Music has always been my outlet and my way of connecting with people. If this challenge encourages even one person to open up about how they’re feeling or seek help, then every difficult step will be worth it.”

We wish him all the best and good luck with this superhuman and inspiring fundraising activity, not that he needs it – we have every faith he’s going to smash it.

You can donate to his GoFundMe page right HERE.

Whilst you’re here, we’re hoping the grassroots music community can also come together to support another locally-based artist who could do with some help.

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Find out more here.

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Manchester’s big wheel is returning to Exchange Square for the summer… sort of

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant Ferris wheel

Manchester is set to reach new heights, as the big wheel that once stood proudly in the city centre is making a comeback this summer.

Well… sort of.

That’s because it’s not quite the same big wheel that many will remember from its glory days in locations like Piccadilly Gardens and Exchange Square throughout the 2000s, and more recently Albert Square during last year’s Manchester Christmas Markets – but it is a big wheel and it’s a big wheel that you’ll be able to hop on for a ride.

Celebrating the launch of its new Cloud Frappuccino blended drinks range, Starbucks’ Summer in the Clouds arrives in Exchange Square next Friday and Saturday (24 and 25 July), inviting people to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy panoramic views of the city below from a big Ferris wheel.

The two-day takeover will give customers the chance to unlock a ride on the big wheel with the purchase of any Grande or Venti iced drink from participating Manchester city centre Starbucks stores. 

Both in participating stores – which in Manchester are Starbucks stores in the Arndale, City Tower Offices, on Market Street and on Fennel Street – and at the Ferris wheel itself in Exchange Square, you can expect complimentary Cloud Frappuccino-inspired candy floss, live music from DJ and presenter Ethan Porte, and a free photobooth with digital and printed photos.

Alongside the big wheel ride, there’ll also be the chance for members to win exclusive Starbucks merchandise across the two days too.

A limited number of additional ferris wheel ride tokens will also be available to win via the fairground-style Plinko game on site.

The new Starbucks Cloud Frappuccino blended drinks range includes a range of bespoke creations like the Strawberry Matcha Cloud Frappuccino, the Brown Sugar Cloud Frappuccino, and the Caramel Mocha Cloud Frappuccino.

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With skyline views and summer sips, Starbucks says its Summer in the Clouds is set to be one of Manchester’s must-visit experiences this month.

Starbucks’ Summer in the Clouds arrives in Exchange Square next Friday 24 and Saturday 25 July.

Featured Image – Cédric Dhaenens (via Unsplash)

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