Store manager Review
at Poundland
Degree Apprenticeship
Marketing
Catterick Garrison
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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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:
5/5
Meeting company standards and achieving KPI’s. Dealing with customers & staff. Leading a team, stock rotation, cash handling, conference calls, teams meetings.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love my course due to the confidence it has given me. It’s made me step back and concentrate on what is important to me and how I can develop in my role.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learnt new skills and developed skills - time management, leadership skills, delegation, conflict resolution, mental health & wellbeing, charity champion.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The course is structured very well - in 3 month blocks initially.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support I receive from my employer has been very humbling. Director’s have take time out of their day to assist with knowledge and experience in chosen areas. I have made a lot of new contacts and connections due to the course and content.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
As much or as little as I need. There are extra support classes which are tailored to your needs and 1-2-1,s available if needed.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I think it’s been very eye opening to realise that the company is far bigger than the store I work in. By understanding the bigger business better - it allows me to focus on things within my control. So I would say it helps me focus better.
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
Yes, through charity foundation, company competitions. At store level we celebrate events roughly once a month.
As a company we have a yearly conference which allows attendees to network.
As a company we have a yearly conference which allows attendees to network.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Poundland to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I love the company and the opportunities it has created for me. The addition of an apprenticeship is a bonus - so I would certainly recommend to all.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Poundland?
Utilise the e-learning program.
Your personal development is your priority. Look into apprenticeship to see what is available.
Your personal development is your priority. Look into apprenticeship to see what is available.
