Learning & Development Assistant Review

by Aldi

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am a lead of Learning & Development projects and I also deliver training to our colleagues. I work with multiple stakeholders across all areas of our business: National Office, Store Operations and Warehouse Operations

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes I have been exposed to new information such as learning theories and project management tools that have supported me within my role to perform at a higher level

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy it, I love learning and I find L&D so interesting it is great to be able to complete this alongside my role

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Everything is planned out in the Lifetime portal so I know what is upcoming, and my coach is available for support outside of our regular reviews and catch ups

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My manager is really supportive in giving me tasks and projects to do that will support my off the job hours and help my overall learning

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I've always been made to feel there is support available and that I can take the time required to study and complete apprenticeship work

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I think it has brought me new knowledge and ideas that has helped me develop my skills, and improve my overall performance at work so I definitely think it has helped

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes there is but this does not fit in with my personal commitments outside of work. During work hours there is an opportunity to attend conferences if relevant to role which I have done before

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Aldi to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Aldi is a great place to work. There is a lot of opportunity for personal and professional development and being part of a fast growing business that also operates globally means there is a lot of opportunity to learn and take on new tasks and projects.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Aldi?

Be prepared to work hard, but in return you will learn a lot and meet some amazing colleagues.