Assistant store manager Review
at Poundland
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Customer Service
Witney
Review Submitted: August 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
3.6/5
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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
I started as a clothing manager on this course, I got a promotion to assistant store manager. This involves the day to day running & management of a shop. This involves ordering, delivery's, cash handling, team management, rota's ect
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoyed working on this course a lot. Most of it was on the job training, some was on-line and other bits was help from my trainer.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, I have learned in more detail on how to do my new job.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very organised, even when put on furlough (study break)
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I have received a lot of support, not just from my manager but from other managers.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I had as much help as I needed, probably a bit more than others.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
With the training provided, this has helped me to settle into my new roll.
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Poundland to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good place to work. Once you are there, you can be promoted, if there is a position available.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Poundland?
Be honest, they can give you jobs based on your strengths and they help with your weaknesses.
