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# Supermarket chain urges school leavers to consider role in retail
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/supermarket-chain-urges-school-leavers-to-consider-role-in-retail/
- Published: 2025-08-17T06:01:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-08-15T13:00:52.000Z
- Description: Local school leavers are being urged to consider a role in retail.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Education, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:45, News

LOCAL school leavers are being urged to consider a role in retail.

Supermarket chain Aldi says it has hundreds of apprenticeships available, including roles in Staffordshire.

The programme offers the chance to “earn while you learn”, with rates of £8.64 an hour in year one, rising to £12.11 an hour in year three.

Successful applicants will alos be able to gain industry-recognised qualifications.

Kelly Stokes, recruitment director at Aldi UK, said:

> “Not every young person will want to follow the same path after school and there are plenty of ways to build a successful career.   
>  
> “Our apprentices get real experience, real pay and the chance to build a real future from day one – and we’ve got a whole host of opportunities available for those who are ambitious, driven and ready to learn.  
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> “We’d encourage anyone deciding on their next step to consider a career with us and get in touch if you’re ready for the challenge.”

More details on available roles can be found at [www.aldirecruitment.co.uk](http://www.aldirecruitment.co.uk/?ref=lichfieldlive.co.uk).