Certified Accountant Review
at Westcotts
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Accounting
Holsworthy
Review Submitted: February 2025
Overall Rating
4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. Completing VAT returns and Tax returns. Assisting trainees in there work and progression.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I found it fairly enjoyable and was able to keep up with the suggested timeframe for the programme.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes lots of new skills and knowledge from doing on the job training and learning as I go.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Was well structured with timetables for Reed and gaps in study for busy season at work.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Employer was supportive of study leave and time off for exams.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Regular meetings with learning coach from Reed was useful support to ask any questions I had along the way,
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Helps me to understand wider range of circumstances and tax issues. Gives me greater confidence in my job role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Organised trainee networking events to help meet other students on apprenticeships.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Westcotts to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Is a good place to do an apprenticeship and learn on the job experience in a friendly environment.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Westcotts?
Make sure you know the role you are applying for and the work it involves e.g. studying and working balance.
