Apprenticeship
This coverage explores apprenticeships within the UK retail sector, focusing on workforce development, training programmes, government initiatives, and employer-led schemes. Reporting examines how apprenticeships support skills growth, career progression, and operational needs, providing insights for retail executives, HR managers, and professionals committed to talent development and organisational resilience.
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Oct- 2021 -15 OctoberSupply Chain
Co-op to create over 300 LGV driver apprenticeships
The Co-op is set to create over 300 LGV driver apprenticeship roles in response to the ongoing driver crisis that is impacting supply chains. The apprenticeships, which have a competitive salary and permanent contract with the retailer, will provide an opportunity to work towards a Class 1 vehicle licence and…
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Sep- 2021 -7 SeptemberSupermarkets
Tesco calls for apprenticeship reform
A reform to the Apprenticeship Levy could lead to an additional 8,000 new apprenticeships across the retail sector every year, Tesco has said, with 500 apprenticeships created at Tesco alone. A new report for the group, produced by Public First, outlines the supermarket’s contribution at a national level and in…
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6 SeptemberSupply Chain
Labour shortages could continue for two-years, CBI warns
Labour supply problems could last for up to two years and will not be solved by the end of the Job Retention Scheme, the CBI’s director-general, Toby Danker has warned. The warning comes as the CBI’s director-general has set out priorities for both business and government to guard against labour…
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2 SeptemberDIY
Homebase welcomes gov Kickstart recruits to Nottingham store
Homebase has announced that it has kickstarted its creation of 300 jobs across Britain for young people with the first recruits set to join the retailer’s Nottingham store. As part of the government’s Kickstart Scheme, the retailer will be offering people aged 16-24 the chance to learn new skills, gain…
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2 SeptemberOnline & Digital
Amazon launches UK recruitment drive
Amazon has announced it is holding one of its biggest free virtual training and recruiting events, in a bid to hire 2,500 open corporate, tech and operations roles across the UK. As part of its recruitment drive, Amazon Career Day will now take place on 16 September, with an event…
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Aug- 2021 -23 AugustEconomy
UK rejects industry demand for EU truck driver visa
The government has reportedly rejected calls to install temporary visas which would allow HGV drivers from the EU to help alleviate the current shortfall of drivers in the UK. According to the Financial Times, ministers rejected the idea put forward by two industry bodies but have backed calls to increase…
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Jun- 2021 -23 JuneSupermarkets
Asda donates £30k to support Manchester apprenticeships
Asda has announced plans to donate £30k to small businesses across Manchester to help fund 60 apprenticeships in the area. The group is working with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) who is helping distribute an initial £300,000 to local businesses. An apprenticeship levy is paid by large businesses and…
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Apr- 2021 -16 AprilSupermarkets
Waitrose to train 100 more fishmongers and butchers
Waitrose has announced its plans to train 100 more fishmongers and butchers as it celebrates 40 years since the opening of its first service counters. The new employees will be taught traditional butchery and fishmonger skills, as well as expert knowledge to help customers when choosing meat and fresh fish.…
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Mar- 2021 -11 MarchSupermarkets
Aldi set to fund 60 produce industry apprenticeships
Aldi has announced its plans to fund 60 produce industry apprenticeships over the next two years, in partnership with Management Development Services Ltd (MDS). The supermarket chain has worked with MDS, which provides industry training and apprenticeship schemes, since 2016. As part of its Apprenticeship Levy, Aldi will be funding…
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1 MarchSupermarkets
M&S creates 360 new roles to back Gov’s Kickstart scheme
Marks and Spencer is supporting the government’s Kickstart programme by creating 360 youth work placement roles, to help young people “gain invaluable experience” and step onto the work ladder. The scheme, in partnership with The Prince’s Trust, will deliver two Kickstart cohorts with 180 placements each in April and June…
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