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Optivo

Regional Manager Review

at Optivo

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Construction

Sheerness

Review Submitted: October 2022

Overall Rating

3.1 /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!

2/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3/5 - 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
Regional Manager overseeing a Central Housing Management Team of Housing Officers providing first contact for a Housing Association
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
1/5
I do enjoy it, its difficult to balance the day job with the work expected
On the negative side due to 3 changes of tutor the consistency of support has proved challenging

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed existing skills around emotional intelligence and change management , as well as personal development planning

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
I find it quite difficult navigating the tasks, especially with the change of tutors
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Very good, they understand and are happy to allow me time to learn
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
This has been difficult with large gaps in tutors being provided and inconsistency with the trainers and their direction
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I've definitely used the information i've learnt to help develop others and myself with regards PDP and training needs analysis for the team
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
yes there are

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Optivo to a friend?
Yes
Why?
To work for they are a brilliant company, who provide support and a very good benefits to their staff
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Optivo?
They allow you the freedom and opportunities to develop, and have a brilliant culture
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