Senior Operational Administrator Review
at Travis Perkins plc
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Essex
Review Submitted: September 2020
Overall Rating
3.7 /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
Looking after the administration of approx 15 branches, keeping their invoicing/finances queries straight
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoyed the programme , although it was quickly realised that I was on wrong programme, should have been on level 3, was unable to change as I had already done 2 workshops. I would have enjoyed it more if I had been on the programme more suited to me.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, my English and Maths skills have vastly improved. Organisation skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Well organised, although it is proving a bit unorganised at the end, but that is because of COVID.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Pretty good, mentor fabulous. I was dissapointed that my manager did not accept at beginning, that this was not the right programme for me, felt he let us both down.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My facilitator and mentor were terrific and very supportive.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Has helped me to manage my time better and to push myself.
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
Not that I am aware of.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Travis Perkins is a strong employer.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Make sure that you sell yourself and show that you can be a loyal employee.
