By Dom Stevens – 8 July 2025
Thirty local people will be offered guaranteed job interviews at a new supermarket in Brimington. This follows completion of a short training programme. The opportunity is part of a sector-based work academy.
The new Aldi store is located on Ringwood Road. Chesterfield Borough Council approved the planning application in January. As a major development, it includes local labour conditions. These aim to create jobs and training for residents.
Training and job opportunities
The store is expected to create 40 to 50 new jobs. It is due to open in mid-November. A two-week sector-based work academy will begin on the 4th August. The programme is part of the council’s employment and skills plan. It will be delivered in partnership with Chesterfield College.
As a result, 30 people who complete the training will receive guaranteed interviews. To support this, two information events will take place on Friday 18 July. Both will be held at St Michael’s Church Hall in Brimington.
Sessions will run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Attendees can learn about the roles available and how to enrol. Anyone interested can register by emailing: paul.munday2@dwp.gov.uk
Supporting local employment
“We want to do all we can as a council to ensure that local talent is recognised and celebrated, so securing 30 job interviews for those who have completed the short training programme is great news,” said Councillor Tricia Gilby, leader of Chesterfield Borough Council. “By working in partnership with organisations, we help local people develop the skills to progress in their careers or access new opportunities as they become available.”
Scott Smith, area manager for Aldi, said: “Aldi is delighted to be investing in Chesterfield through the opening of a new store in Brimington that is scheduled to open mid-November. As an organisation, we are committed to supporting local regeneration and are looking forward to working with local partners on the delivery of the sector-based work academy.
Julie Richards, principal and CEO at the Chesterfield College Group, added: “We are delighted to be providing the training to support 30 members of our local community with the opportunity of employment.
Image: Aldi
Dom Stevens
Head of Destination Chesterfield