operations support team leader Review
at Poundland
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Walsall
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
I am an operations support team leader, i lead a team of 4 people who overlook all new store and store refurbishments for the company.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I find it extremely interesting and challanging, i loved taking part in somrhting bigger than myself and pushing myself.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, i have learned how to lead a team and a lot about self awareness. This has helped me develop myself into the leader i am today
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well - We had weekly catch ups to go over workloads, monthly classes, and my tutor was there whenever i needed her throughout the day or night
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As much as i needed, they gave me the support when and where a asked for it
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot, i was always encouraged to ask questions and communicate with my tutod about things i didnt know or understand
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I wasnt in my role before i did my apprenticeship, its re reason im in the job im in
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, we have charity days which involve football, or boat racing which we are all encouraged to get involved in
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Poundland to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very friendly nice place to work, always supportive and happy environment
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Poundland?
Dont under estimate how much there is to learn, be confident, and talk to people because everyone is so friendly
