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CAFM & Deputy Stores Manager Review

at NHS

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

Poole, Dorset

Review Submitted: May 2023

Overall Rating

4.3 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - 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
dealing with engineering teams managing the stock for all Remedial maintenance requests, PPMs, Uniforms, liaising with managers and engineers to ensure smooth running of supply lines. Working with capital projects and procurement to reduce trust expenditure.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have been liaising with my Personal trainer, and she has been able to answer my enquiries when i raise them and is supportive of my progress.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Well the course has opened my eyes to interesting ideas when it comes to management, and using emotional intelligence rather than actual intelligence.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I have only been on the program for a month and a half, and although It is all scheduled out, unfortunately becuase of my work commitments it has slid a bit.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My employer was very supportive of me undertaking the apprenticeship and have suggested it will enhance my progression chances when I look to move into the next banding. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, My work training balance has had to be realigned somewhat to cover additional workloads.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My Trainer has been very supportive, and i cannot praise mine enough she is an amazing PT.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The knowledge and experience I get from the apprenticeship will enhance my chances of progression. as I continue to grow and improve myself.
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
I have made significant enhancements by working with some of the extra curricular activities.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend NHS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
not only do I feel apart of the great NHS machine helping patients around the trust, but as an employer they look after their staff, and have many support networks in place to help them when ever needed.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NHS?
Go for it, apply, be honest and open, If you are able to do the job they will take you onboard.
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