‘At 65, it’s a new beginning’: how Rosemarie gained from a Tesco apprenticeship Fresh skills, qualifications and a new confidence are just some of the benefits of a retail apprenticeship – and age is no barrier to seizing the opportunity.
“The word ‘apprenticeship’ previously made me think of a young person, but it’s actually the opportunity to learn new skills.
There’s a good, broad range of ages; I like that about it, age is irrelevant.” In fact, she’s found, the spread of ages brings different knowledge and skill sets.
Tesco was trying new things, and I couldn’t figure out why, and what we and the customers were getting from it.”.
“I know the ingredients for things, which my younger colleagues don’t, and the difference between products like washing soda and baking soda.
