Deputy manager Review
at B&Q
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Marketing
Devizes
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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
I am responsible for the front and the back of the house. From stock accuracy, goods receiving to ensuring that we have space for the stock. Implementing range changes, coordination if all changes throughout the store. Securing smooth running of the tills as this is the only point of contact some customers will have. Also filling in for the unit manager in their absence.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the interaction with learning coach as well as learning new theories
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned many different work around ways , different methods of approaching situations
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Online meetings are planned well in advance and its great the way the coach prepares you for the end point assessment.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I get given all the time I have asked for to be able to study and complete all tasks
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have received all the support I have asked for.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Going through all the modules has make it easier to form many different types of conversations and approach situations from different angles
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
As I already deputise for the unit manager , i have been able to attend manager’s meetings, represnet my store and build larger network at work
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend B&Q to a friend?
Yes
Why?
B&Q is an employer that looks after all their staff. Very inclusive environment with equal opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to B&Q?
Be open and honest is the best policy, there is no question not worth asking as knowledge is a power. Anyone willing to work hard will be well rewarded
