Team Leader Review
at B&Q
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Retail Manager
Gillingham, UK
Review Submitted: January 2024
Overall Rating
3.6 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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:
4/5
Managing the till staff, managing the incoming and outgoing money, being a duty manager, fire champion and first aider, generally just making the day go smoothly for staff and customers
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It has been a bit stressful in my opinion but I will feel achievement once its completed.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Personally I think I've gained knowledge on how to be a better people manager and to think of other leadership styles
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
If I had my coach from the start of my course then it would have been more organised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I have to remind them a lot that I'm allowed time off the floor to do my course work but they're okay once reminded.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My tutor supports me when needed.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend B&Q to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The money and benefits are good. There are pros and cons of working anywhere but generally I've enjoyed my time at B&Q
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to B&Q?
Be yourself and be open minded
