Our learning and development programme helps graduates develop their personal, commercial and management skills. It's structured yet flexible enough to meet the particular needs of each graduate. As we believe it's important that you get off on the right foot we plan an extensive induction introducing you to the who's who of Sainsbury's. It will also set the context of your role in supporting us in exceeding our customer expectations whilst maintaining our commitments to the environment and the community.

From the outset you will be encouraged to get involved in activities which will allow you to develop whilst leaving a lasting impression on our community.

Driving your development

Your line manager will help you structure a programme that's right for you. Courses are compulsory if the skills involved are vital in your job, others are optional. This discussion with your line manager has to be a priority; see this as an early test of your influencing skills. Our courses complement the on-the-job experience and technical training you'll receive from your division.

There will be plenty of opportunities for development, ensuring you understand your role as a leader, how your role impacts on other people and how you develop your strategic and commercial thinking. We're interested in what you do and how you do it and we're sure you'll reach your full potential with us.

Support

We will ensure we support your transition from university to work and the challenges this brings. Coaching and support will be offered which includes a buddy, a management mentor and a line manager. In addition, a member of your division's HR team will also be there to support you throughout your scheme and future career.

Growing your talent

Talent management and succession planning are key strategic areas for business in general, and at Sainsbury's there is more focus on this than ever before. As a graduate you will be included in the Annual Talent Review taking into account your performance and potential, enabling us to identify the right career development opportunities for you.