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Key figures
- First-year pay on the store apprenticeships for 30 hours a week (£396 in London)
- £360 a week
- Source: Aldi UK (opens in a new tab)
- Starting pay on the Driver Apprenticeship for 30 hours a week
- £415 a week
- Source: Aldi UK (opens in a new tab)
- Length of the Career Starter store, warehouse and driver apprenticeships
- 12–15 months
- Source: Aldi UK (opens in a new tab)
Overview
Aldi has three ways in as an apprentice: in a store, in a warehouse or behind the wheel of a lorry. They’re practical, paid jobs from day one, and two of them don’t ask for any qualifications at all.
Store apprenticeships
There are two routes into stores:
| Route | What you get | Length | You need |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Starter | Level 2 Retailer, plus Level 2 Functional Skills | 12–15 months | No qualifications |
| Store Management | Level 2 Retailer, then Level 3 Team Leader | Up to 36 months | GCSE maths and English at grade 4 |
You start by learning the Store Assistant role, then move on to stock, customer service and, on the management route, running a team. An assessor visits every month and you have reviews with your store and area managers every three months. If you do well on the management route, you could be asked to become a Deputy Store Manager.
Warehouse and driver apprenticeships
The Warehouse Operations Apprenticeship is a Level 2 Supply Chain Operative qualification, based at a distribution centre. You learn picking, packing, stock checks and how to use warehouse equipment safely.
The Driver Apprenticeship takes you from a car licence to a Category C licence, then Category C+E (which lets you pull a trailer). You get two mentors and an intensive driving course. You need to be 18 or over with a full, clean UK driving licence.
How much you’ll get paid
Every Aldi apprenticeship is based on 30 hours a week:
| Programme | Weekly pay |
|---|---|
| Store, year 1 | £360 (£396 in London) |
| Store Management, year 2 | £380 (£418 in London) |
| Store Management, year 3 | £400 (£441 in London) |
| Warehouse Operations | £343 |
| Driver | £415 |
You also get 28 days’ paid holiday including bank holidays, and Aldi says it pays for breaks. Our apprentice pay guide explains how this compares with the legal minimum.
How to apply
You fill in an online form, then have an interview or group assessment in a store or distribution centre with a manager. Aldi recruits for warehouse and driver apprenticeships all year round, with regular start dates.
What they do
Aldi runs supermarkets across the UK, supplied by its own regional distribution centres and lorry fleet. It says it employs more than 45,000 people in its UK business.
Apprenticeships at Aldi UK
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Career Starter store apprenticeship
Stores
A Level 2 Retailer apprenticeship with Level 2 Functional Skills alongside it. You don't need any qualifications. When you finish, you move into the Store Assistant role.
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Store Management Apprenticeship
Stores
You complete the Level 2 Retailer qualification, then a Level 3 Team Leader qualification, building towards a Deputy Store Manager role. Pay rises to £380 a week in year two and £400 in year three (£396, £418 and £441 in London).
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Warehouse Operations Apprenticeship
Distribution centres
A Level 2 Supply Chain Operative apprenticeship covering picking, packing, stock checks and warehouse equipment. Finish it and you move into a permanent warehouse role.
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Driver Apprenticeship
Transport
You train for a Category C licence, then Category C+E, with two Aldi mentors. Pass both and you're offered a permanent driving job. You need to be 18 or over with a full, clean UK driving licence.
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Aldi UK entry requirements
- Career Starter store and warehouse apprenticeships
- No qualifications needed. Aldi asks for people who are conscientious and can take responsibility.
- Store Management Apprenticeship
- GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above (C or equivalent).
- Driver Apprenticeship
- A full, clean UK driving licence, and you must be 18 or over.
Who can apply
- You can apply in your final year at school, but you must be at least 16 and have your exam results before you start.
- The Driver Apprenticeship is for people aged 18 and over.
- Aldi has a right to work section on its recruitment site. Check you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.
Our tips for Aldi UK
- Aldi recruits for its warehouse and driver apprenticeships all year round, so you don't have to wait for a September start.
- The interview or group assessment happens in a store or distribution centre with a manager, followed by a short 'Aldi Experience' where you see the job. Treat it as part of the interview.
- Work out the yearly pay yourself: £360 a week over a year is £18,720 for 30 hours a week. Compare that with other supermarkets in our retail table.
- Aldi's free virtual work experience on Springpod takes 3 to 5 hours and gives you real examples to talk about at interview.
Summary
- Aldi runs store, warehouse and HGV driver apprenticeships, mostly lasting 12 to 15 months.
- The Career Starter store and warehouse routes need no qualifications. The Store Management route needs GCSE maths and English at grade 4.
- Pay is £360 a week in stores, £343 in warehouses and £415 for drivers, all for 30 hours a week, with 28 days' paid holiday.
- The Store Management Apprenticeship takes up to three years and adds a Level 3 Team Leader qualification.
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Questions about Aldi UK apprenticeships
What is the Aldi Career Starter apprenticeship?
A store or warehouse apprenticeship that needs no qualifications. The store route lasts 12 to 15 months and pays £360 a week for 30 hours (£396 in London) in the first year.
Does Aldi do a driver apprenticeship?
Yes. The Driver Apprenticeship lasts 12 to 15 months and starts on £415 a week for 30 hours. You need to be 18 or over with a full, clean UK driving licence.
How much do Aldi apprentices get paid?
For 30 hours a week, store apprentices get £360 a week in their first year (£396 in London), warehouse apprentices get £343 and driver apprentices start on £415. On the Store Management programme, pay rises to £380 in year two and £400 in year three.
Do you need GCSEs for an Aldi apprenticeship?
Not for the Career Starter store or warehouse apprenticeships, which need no qualifications. The Store Management Apprenticeship needs GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above. Our guide to apprenticeships without GCSEs covers other options.
Can you do an Aldi apprenticeship at 16?
Yes, for the store and warehouse apprenticeships. You can apply in your final year at school, but you need to be at least 16 and have your exam results before you start. The Driver Apprenticeship is for people aged 18 and over.
How long is the Aldi apprenticeship?
The Career Starter store, warehouse and driver apprenticeships take 12 to 15 months. The Store Management Apprenticeship takes up to 36 months because it adds a Level 3 Team Leader qualification.
What happens after an Aldi apprenticeship?
Career Starter store apprentices move into a Store Assistant role. Warehouse apprentices move into a permanent warehouse role. Drivers who pass their Category C+E licence are offered a permanent driving job.
Which other supermarkets offer apprenticeships?
Lidl GB runs a four-year retail degree apprenticeship and Tesco runs its Stronger Starts Retail Apprenticeship. Compare them in our retail and logistics table.
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