Aldi is increasing wages for more than 28,000 UK store staff and expanding opportunities for young people through a free online work experience programme. Entry-level hourly pay will rise to £13.02 nationwide, reaching £14.35 within London, with increments for length of service. The latest increase follows previous pay rises in March and July, positioning Aldi above competitors including Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons.
The supermarket plans to create 1,000 additional store roles across the UK in 2025. In parallel, Aldi will provide 10,000 free virtual work experience placements for students aged 13 and older. The programme delivers insights into retail careers through videos, interactive exercises, and quizzes. Participants receive a certificate upon completion, supporting CV development, UCAS applications, or early employment applications.
Aldi’s combined focus on staff remuneration and youth engagement reflects a strategic effort to strengthen workforce retention while cultivating the next generation of retail talent. The company has also published step-by-step guidance for online job applications, streamlining access for prospective employees and programme participants.
