Sales Advisor Review
at Travis Perkins plc
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Construction
Gravesend, Kent
Review Submitted: March 2021
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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:
5/5
My day to day is customer based on the counter(20%) and telephone sales(80%). My main role is to be the first point of contact for customers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoyed the different ways in which I improved my learning. i also enjoyed working with my tutor as she was a great help.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, on the Apprenticeship I was advised to take part in branch to expand my knowledge as well as learn the ways from experienced colleagues. We discussed how to effectively serve which I then put to the test.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I believe the fact that it is mainly coursework was very beneficial as I could do it in-branch around my work day. The only negative was I had to travel for the first few months into london.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
100%
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I now have evidence to back up myself which adds to my confidence when serving/on the phone.
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 there are such as Bike races/courses as well as our charity days.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because they provide help and feedback when asked. They are happy for me when I learn new things and encourage me to continue.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Be confident & Don't be scared even though it is a Male orientated workplace women seem to brighten it up. Also the Apprenticeship scheme was enjoyable and gave me further qualifications.
