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Travis Perkins plc

Kitchen Designer Review

at Travis Perkins plc

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Marketing

Minehead

Review Submitted: September 2020

Overall Rating

3.6 /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!

3/5 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - 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
Designing kitchens, getting involved with customers, securing sales
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
A lot of repetition in the work, and certain projects were difficult to complete inside working hours

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Originally wanted to be ABM, instead moved to KD, but helped my management skills for when needed

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Other than repetitive work, the programme was well structured and enjoyable
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As much as needed throughout the programme
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
[This section of the comment has been removed by a member of the Higherin Team because it did not meet our site terms and conditions] helped me whenever I needed a push in the right direction
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Because my new job role is focused around design, I don't have as much involvement with customers as I previously did, however certain skill I have learnt during my time do help in my day to day at work, such as being self aware about emotional intelligence
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Nothing currently due to COVID restrictions

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The TP group have looked after me since starting, and I do believe they are a good company to work for
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Do as much research into products as possible, depending on what part of the group is being applied for. It will help in the long run!
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