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Wickes PLC

Warehouse Team Leader Review

at Wickes PLC

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Construction

Northampton, Northamptonshire

Review Submitted: September 2020

Overall Rating

5 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Leading a night shift team in a fast pace Warehouse. Goods-In, Picking, Loading.
KPI monitoring, helping the company to receive maximum efficiency out of employed staff in a safe and healthy environment.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Yes, a lot of new things to learn and also meeting new people and making new friends during this journey.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes.
Dealing with unusual situations, balancing pro's and odds.
Learned legal requirements for the tasks at work and learned about the company in a wider view.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Decently organised and structured. They are still adjusting to the company's needs but yet they have some amazing staff which are very skilled and experienced.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A lot of support received from my employer:
- time off work (payed) to be able to attend workshops and meetings
- advises and support on the journey
- time of work at work to complete the programme tasks.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot of support. All unknown or unclear tasks are being explained and monitored to be done accordingly and in full.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Helps a lot. I feel skilled for the job, supported and encouraged to become better.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes. B.I.G. group (Business Improvement Group). Charity events (Yong Minds charity organisation).

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Wickes PLC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A good place to work, with a perspective of career growth and with a decent pay rate.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Wickes PLC?
Don't be afraid to get your hands "dirty" as it will pay off in long term.
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