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Travis Perkins plc

Fitter/Driver Review

at Travis Perkins plc

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Driver

Birmingham

Review Submitted: February 2024

Overall Rating

4.5 /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!

4/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
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
Delivering and collection of hire equipment. Testing of tools and equipment once it has been off hired.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I would not use the word enjoy as I found it challenging. however I'm glad I have done the apprenticeship and even gladder it has finished.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I learnt many skills relevant to my job role while doing my apprenticeship, also many which will be useful in other fields of work.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The program is well structured and it went well with my development of my role.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I received a good amount of help and support from my employer, allowing me time to complete my write up during quiet time of business hours.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I received a good amount of support and encouragement from the training provider and they were able to support me through the tasks which I found more difficult.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification has enabled me to have a much more detailed understanding of my job role and has enabled me to fit in with the team comfortably.
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
At this time there are no budgets for extra-curricular activities.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's a great place to work, plenty of support for its staff and plenty of opportunity to progress.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Be honest about your previous experience as the roles are so varied that something you have done before maybe more relevant to your role than you may think.
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