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Apprentice Burner Review

at BAE Systems

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Glasgow

Review Submitted: May 2023

Overall Rating

3.9 /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
3.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
As Im my first year (therefore still at college) my day to day consists of completing both practical and written PEO work and assessments
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the programme as the practical side is something I prefer as I like to be hands on with work.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed new practical skills in welding and fabrication classes and developed my communication skills throughout the course

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Programme is structured well as it gives sufficient time to complete both practical and written sides of the course
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I can receive a good amount of support from my employer as support can range from mental health to assistance with you day to day tasks
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I believe I receive a great amount of support from the training providers as they like to see the next generation of BAE employees as many of them are former employees
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I believe the qualification will better help me be prepared for the workplace as is it based on what you could expect to see when working
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Not sure

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a great place to further develop your career and as a person.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
To fully get stuck in and hands on with whats being asked of you
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