Tesco announced a major expansion of its 'Stronger Starts' apprenticeship program, aiming to provide five times more opportunities for young people by 2025. The program will create 1,500 apprenticeship positions by 2027. This expansion aims to address barriers to opportunity faced by many young people and provide them with quality training and essential skills to build a brighter future.
Tesco has announced a significant expansion of its Stronger Starts Apprenticeship programme, aiming to provide five times more opportunities for young people by 2025. The company intends to create 1,500 apprenticeship positions by 2027. Following the successful launch of the programme in 2024, which saw 82 apprentices join the company, Tesco is increasing the intake for this year to 450 places.
To further enhance the programme's reach, One Stop, a subsidiary of the Tesco Group, is introducing 10 Stronger Starts Apprenticeships for the first time. These positions will be available across several locations in England, including Coventry, Leicester, Derby, Lancashire, Southampton, Bristol, and Plymouth.The Stronger Starts Apprenticeship programme is designed to be accessible to all young people, regardless of their prior qualifications or work experience. Tesco ensures that apprentices receive the same pay as shop floor colleagues, irrespective of their age or experience level. Developed in collaboration with Lifetime Training and the King's Trust, the 15-month program provides comprehensive training that combines practical experience with academic qualifications. Upon completion, apprentices will gain the equivalent of five GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications in Maths and English for those who require them. All participants have the opportunity to secure permanent positions as Tesco store colleagues.Emma Taylor, Chief People Officer at Tesco, expressed her enthusiasm for the programme's expansion, stating: 'Everyone deserves a chance to secure good, rewarding work. Unfortunately, many young people face barriers to opportunity, but with the right support, this can change. The Stronger Starts programme exemplifies how quality training can help young people make a positive start in their careers and gain essential skills and qualifications. By expanding this initiative, we’re giving even more young people the tools and confidence they need to build a brighter future.'Summer, an apprentice from the 2024 Stronger Starts cohort, shared her positive experience: 'I realised very quickly that university wasn’t for me – I needed something hands-on where I could learn and earn at the same time. The Stronger Starts Apprenticeship has given me the perfect balance of training and real-world experience. The progression opportunities available at Tesco are incredible, and I’ve been amazed by the level of support and encouragement from my colleagues. The experience has opened my eyes to a world of opportunities, and it’s my current ambition to become a shift leader. Additionally, this apprenticeship has given me the confidence to believe in myself. Today, I’m proud to work at Tesco, knowing that I have a future here.' The scheme is open to school leavers across England. For more information about the Tesco programme, please visit [link to Tesco programme]. For more information about the One Stop programme, please visit [link to One Stop programme
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