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Halfords

Apprentice Technician Review

at Halfords

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Wakefield

Review Submitted: May 2023

Overall Rating

5 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
Day to day my role involves shadowing the other technicians, tyre fitting, routine servicing as well as other repairs that I assist and learn
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy it, the team in the centre support me and show me things so that I can learn

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learnt lots of new skills such as fitting tyres, servicing, some minor repairs - also learnt communication skills which gives me more confidence when speaking to other technicians / customers

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive lots of support from Halfords when needed and I know that there is lots of support readily available if needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a lot of help from the college, they are always checking in on progress and make sure I am ok
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Halfords to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They look after me, I have lots of benefits such as discounts at retail stores and many high street shops. There is lots of opportunity for me to progress within the business after me apprenticeship
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Halfords?
Apply now!!
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