STORES in Oswestry and Whitchurch could be part of the recruitment drive launched by budget supermarket giants Aldi this week.

The company is taking on 50 extra new staff, the supermarket chain announced.

Described as "a welcome boost to the local economy", the UK’s fourth largest supermarket is looking for people of all levels of experience to fill roles at its stores across the region.

This includes both full-time and part-time positions such as store management apprentices and store assistants, all the way up to deputy managers.

Stores in Shropshire where Aldi is looking to hire include Newport, Oswestry and Telford. 

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Kelly Stokes, recruitment director at Aldi UK, said: “As we continue to open in new areas, we’re looking to welcome hundreds more colleagues to our amazing teams across the country.

“We want even more people to be a part of our success in the future, which is why we offer a great working environment and opportunities to progress within the business.”

In May, Aldi announced its second pay increase for Aldi store colleagues this year, taking the supermarket’s investment in pay this year to £79m.

Starting pay for Store Assistants at Aldi is £12.40 per hour nationally, and £13.65 per hour inside the M25.

A spokesman said: “Aldi continues to offer the best hourly rates in the sector and remains the only supermarket to provide paid breaks, which is worth more than £900 a year for the average store colleague.”

Those interested in applying for jobs can visit www.aldirecruitment.co.uk