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Matalan

VM Manager Review

at Matalan

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Graphic Design

Knowsley

Review Submitted: April 2023

Overall Rating

3.4 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
2.8/5 - 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
My role involves creating and implementing the visual strategy for Womenswear.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I am enjoying the programme as I feel it is giving me a new outlook on how to manage both myself and others.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have gained a wealth of information whilst being on the course and have developed both new skills and grown my existing ones, learning new methods and insights on ways of working.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The programme is well structured, however the portal that we use can be somewhat confusing to navigate at times.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
I have minimal support from my employer, but they do provide touch points throughout the year.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I have received lots of support from the training provider and my trainer is always helpful and understanding. Helping to get the most from my learning.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I believe I use the learnings from the course on a daily basis. I find I am constantly referring back to the workshops and learnings throughout my working days.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
Currently, I do not believe there are many extra curricular activities to be involved in.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Matalan to a friend?
No
Why?
I believe that people should make their own decisions based on their own feelings and thoughts.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Matalan?
I would say my experience has been mixed so I would avoid giving tips and advice to others.
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