Apprentice Review
at John Sisk and Son Ltd
Degree Apprenticeship
Construction
Birmingham
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
3.8 /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
3/5
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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:
3/5
- Attending meetings with subcontractors
- Reviewing architectural drawings and specifications
- General administrative tasks
- Carrying out site visits/audits
- Reviewing architectural drawings and specifications
- General administrative tasks
- Carrying out site visits/audits
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy it. There is a lot to learn and it is challenging, whilst also being a tremendous opportunity.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
- Communication
- How to understand drawings
- How to understand NBS specifications
- How to check the quality of site installation
- How to understand drawings
- How to understand NBS specifications
- How to check the quality of site installation
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Quite. This is ramped up eventually, as degree apprenticeships involve signing a training agreement after a couple of years.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Sisk are a very supportive employer who put their people first and encourage development.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Adequate. Lecturers make themselves available and the training provider has mentors who assist in the professional membership side of things.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It gives an understanding of things that I do not get involved with in my day job, which in turn leads to greater awareness of what is happening in the industry. It helps me see the bigger picture.
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend John Sisk and Son Ltd to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Sisk are supportive and welcoming, especially seen as they are a family run business
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to John Sisk and Son Ltd?
Look at Sisk's company values and really consider how you can demonstrate them
