Kitchen Design Consultant Review
at Travis Perkins plc
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Graphic Design
Fareham
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
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
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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
Going to site to measure kitchens, design them using CAD software, quote it using our system, deal with stock and product enquiries, greet customers in branch, communicate with customers daily, follow up projects, chase old quotations, deal with both tradesmen and customers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
A lot! I found the apprenticeship extremely beneficial to my learning and development, and was lucky enough to have a strong team to support me throughout. The apprenticeship allowed me to gain on site experience whilst developing my existing skills, and discuss with other students on my scheme.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Enhanced and developed my CAD skills further, developed knowledge in kitchens, appliances, and joinery, attended product seminars/events to enhance knowledge further, developed my surveying and communication skills on site.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The programme itself had a good clear structure throughout, and knowing what was due in advance of my deadlines allowed me to organise my time effectively. The only issue during my scheme was having various mentors throughout, as this often made it complicated who to come to for assistance.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
I received a minimal support from Travis Perkins directly, but the support from the training provider made up for it. My in branch team also supported me massively throughout the year.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
From the LEAP team directly, I received a lot of help and resources throughout, especially when it came to periods of not having a specific mentor.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification itself has given me the confidence and knowledge to perform to the best of my ability within my role, and the continuous training and support following the apprenticeship has allowed me to continue growing and performing strongly in branch.
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 a team, we often go out on social nights out for food and drinks. It's a really great atmosphere with my team both, in and out of branch.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A good company name with a strong reputation, lots of support from colleagues on both Travis Perkins and Benchmarx, and room for progression.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
NA
