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Store apprentice Review

at Aldi

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Retail Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire

Review Submitted: March 2026

Overall Rating

4.6 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
On a daily basis, my role consists of reworking stock and keeping the shop floor adequate for customers and staff alike, and also 3 hours of coursework weekly.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the practical and nonstop work at Aldi, and my coworkers are amazing. However the coursework can sometimes be unrelated to my role

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt various customer service skills, practical skills and also developed my confidence in the public workplace

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have regular shift patterns, and my coursework and online reviews are planned well ahead of time
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Aldi never fails to allow me to do coursework, and constantly enables me to learn on the job
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider are constantly there if I have any questions or issues, and ensure I understand every topic before moving on
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel the qualification helps me to perform as it gives me various skills and techniques to approach different situations efficiently
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
My store has regular team building events every few months to give everyone a break from work

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Aldi to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The staff are generally very friendly, and they implement a good work ethic into you
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Aldi?
You need to have good motivation to get up early, and constantly work hard
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