Stand-in Shift Supervisor Review
at Travis Perkins plc
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Review Submitted: September 2020
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoyed the programme very much. It would have been better had they given clearer expectations at the beginning of the programme. It wasn't until the third module that I fully understood and was confident with what I needed to do with the coursework. Also, had we understood from the start what was expected in the end-point assessment, I could have prepared for it on a module-by-module basis.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
The programme was excellent for improving my coaching and leadership skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Not very well organised at all. It is generic and geared towards branches, whereas with central functions it needs to be more carefully tailored.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
The support from my employer was excellent. My manager was available any time I needed guidance, and I was allotted plenty of time during my shift to complete my coursework.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The workshops were fantastic, and although my mentor was always available if I needed him, there were times that I felt at a bit of a loss as to what was expected of me.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The training provided for this qualification was invaluable for helping me to perform better in my current role. I learned so much more about the company structure and functions than I would have otherwise known had I not done the apprenticeship.
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
No - other than a get-together at Christmas.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I find that Travis Perkins is the first company I've worked for that seems to embody the publicised company values.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
It's important to understand the TP Values - we have to be able to work independently, but with a wider understanding of the needs of the business and the team we're working with. If you aren't a team player, then Travis Perkins is not the place for you.
