Construction has begun on a new supermarket in Waddon that will create 300 jobs.

The Morrisons superstore at Fiveways Retail Park off Purley Way is expected to open in summer next year.

The company said it will recruit 300 full and part-time roles and provide opportunities for apprenticeships. 

Recruitment will begin through Jobcentre Plus in early 2013.

Richard Haynes, development executive at Morrisons, said: "During our consultation we received some very positive feedback about opening a new store in Croydon. 

"We are looking forward to opening next year and are delighted to be in a position to offer 300 jobs in the store to local people with specialist training opportunities."

The store will be the first Morrisons in Croydon.