Aldi apprentices achieve exam success

Twenty-five apprentices from the UK’s sixth largest retailer, Aldi, have scored excellent exam results with Preston’s College, with an overall pass rate of more than 90 per cent.

Preston’s College has partnered with Aldi for its apprenticeship programme since September 2010 and has helped to place more than 50 young retail apprentices. The college was also involved in the retailer’s apprentice pilot scheme, which saw its first cohort of learners graduate in July 2014 and who now occupy roles as store deputies and assistant store managers.

Simon Abram, work-based assessor at Preston’s College, said: “We value our partnerships with all our local and national retailers. Aldi provides vital opportunities for young people to develop the necessary retail skills and build their character and confidence – all whilst having a clear pathway to progression.