Grocery giant Tesco has expanded its apprenticeship scheme to introduce five times more places this year, offering a number of opportunities to young people.
Tesco has announced it will offer 1,500 new apprenticeships under its ’Stronger Starts’ apprenticeship programme by 2027.
Following an initial cohort of 82 apprenticeships in 2024, the supermarket is increasing its intake to 450 places this year.
Tesco subsidiary One Stop convenience stores are also understood to be launching ten apprenticeships under the scheme for the first time.
Participants of the scheme will receive training combining hands-on experience with academic qualifications and the equivalent of five GCSEs.
All participants of the Stronger Start programmes are also provided the opportunity to become permanent employees at Tesco.
Tesco chief people officer Emma Taylor said: “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.
“The UK’s biggest grocer also urged the government to publish a timetable for its Growth and Skills levy, set to replace the apprenticeship levy.
“To unlock the full potential of programmes like Stronger Starts, we need a skills training system that’s fit for purpose.
“The Growth and Skills Levy represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reform how training is funded and delivered. With greater flexibility, we could extend our reach and create even more opportunities for those who need them most.”
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