Early Careers Apprentice
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Mai 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £27,000 |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Mehefin 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Nottingham, NG2 1LU |
| Cwmni: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Math o swydd: | Prentisiaeth |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1839 |
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Careers Apprentice
We have a new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as a Careers Apprentice! This role is your chance to make an impact
within our business by supporting career development initiatives and early talent programmes that empower our employees and future
leaders. You will gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 HR qualification.
About The Compleat Food Group
At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to
create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.
We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real
Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio,
we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products,
continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.
With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape
the future of food for the better.
Location: Nottingham, NG2 1LU (hybrid working)
Working Hours: Monday- Thursday, 08:30 – 17:00, Friday, 8:30 – 16:00
About the Role
As a Careers Apprentice, you will:
* Support our career development initiatives and early talent programs like apprenticeships, internships, and graduate schemes,
including involvement in group projects that shape the future of our careers.
* Be an ambassador for our career initiatives, showcasing our opportunities and offerings across the group.
* Assist with recruiting activities, such as job postings, coordinating applications, and scheduling interviews, to ensure we
attract, retain, and develop top talent.
* Help plan and deliver career events like workshops, fairs, and onboarding sessions.
* Provide administrative support, keeping resources updated and managing participation records.
* Engage with employees and early talent, sharing information about our fantastic career pathways and opportunities.
* Provide support and answer enquiries across our business to help our colleagues achieve their career aspirations.
Who we’re looking for:
* No experience necessary – we’re looking candidates with genuine interest to support career development and early careers
programmes!
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and development.
* Driving licence & own transport essential due to occasional travel requirements to colleges, recruitment fairs, assessment days
or other sites across the group
Why Join Us?
At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits
designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
* Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
* Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
* Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
* EV charging points - available at selected sites
Health & Wellbeing
* 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
* Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
* Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
* Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
* Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
Career Growth & Development
* Gain Level 3 HR Apprenticeship Qualification
* Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
* Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
* Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
* Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
* Recognition through Club Compleat rewards
Community & Culture
* 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
* Charity initiatives and fundraising events
* Team socials to connect and celebrate together
* Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
* New baby gift for new parents
What You Should Know About How We Recruit
At The Compleat Food Group, we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where
everyone feels safe, supported, and are able to be themselves at work.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect. If you need a
reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process, just let us know, we’ll support you — confidentially and with care.
We hire the best people for our roles, not the same people. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, we focus on what you do and the
impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and designed to give everyone an equal chance.
You’ll also find benefits that support people at every life stage, plus active internal networks — including Women @ Compleat,
LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiversity
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
Careers Apprentice
We have a new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as a Careers Apprentice! This role is your chance to make an impact
within our business by supporting career development initiatives and early talent programmes that empower our employees and future
leaders. You will gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 HR qualification.
About The Compleat Food Group
At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to
create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.
We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real
Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio,
we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products,
continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.
With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape
the future of food for the better.
Location: Nottingham, NG2 1LU (hybrid working)
Working Hours: Monday- Thursday, 08:30 – 17:00, Friday, 8:30 – 16:00
About the Role
As a Careers Apprentice, you will:
* Support our career development initiatives and early talent programs like apprenticeships, internships, and graduate schemes,
including involvement in group projects that shape the future of our careers.
* Be an ambassador for our career initiatives, showcasing our opportunities and offerings across the group.
* Assist with recruiting activities, such as job postings, coordinating applications, and scheduling interviews, to ensure we
attract, retain, and develop top talent.
* Help plan and deliver career events like workshops, fairs, and onboarding sessions.
* Provide administrative support, keeping resources updated and managing participation records.
* Engage with employees and early talent, sharing information about our fantastic career pathways and opportunities.
* Provide support and answer enquiries across our business to help our colleagues achieve their career aspirations.
Who we’re looking for:
* No experience necessary – we’re looking candidates with genuine interest to support career development and early careers
programmes!
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and development.
* Driving licence & own transport essential due to occasional travel requirements to colleges, recruitment fairs, assessment days
or other sites across the group
Why Join Us?
At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits
designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
* Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
* Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
* Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
* EV charging points - available at selected sites
Health & Wellbeing
* 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
* Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
* Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
* Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
* Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
Career Growth & Development
* Gain Level 3 HR Apprenticeship Qualification
* Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
* Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
* Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
* Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
* Recognition through Club Compleat rewards
Community & Culture
* 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
* Charity initiatives and fundraising events
* Team socials to connect and celebrate together
* Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
* New baby gift for new parents
What You Should Know About How We Recruit
At The Compleat Food Group, we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where
everyone feels safe, supported, and are able to be themselves at work.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect. If you need a
reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process, just let us know, we’ll support you — confidentially and with care.
We hire the best people for our roles, not the same people. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, we focus on what you do and the
impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and designed to give everyone an equal chance.
You’ll also find benefits that support people at every life stage, plus active internal networks — including Women @ Compleat,
LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiversity
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.