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engineering apprentice Review

at Gatwick Airport

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Crawley, West Sussex

Review Submitted: March 2024

Overall Rating

3.9 /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
3.4/5 - 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
i am currently in full time college for my first year, however i am working during the holidays. i work with other technicians which helps me learn and gain the knowledge i need to complete it on my own.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
i enjoy it very much, the balance of studying and practical work and working at gatwick is great!

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
during my time working, i closely go out with technicians to help and gain knowledge. i have learnt meant things whilst doing this.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
very well structured, great balance with working and college, with learning on the job and studying
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
LOTS! all of the staff and managers are great help, they support you with your college work, with working and any other troubles you may have.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
i would say there is less support from the college than there is from the company . however there is still support if needed
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Gatwick Airport to a friend?
Yes
Why?
great company to work for, lots of support, the apprenticeship is great, would definitely recommend!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Gatwick Airport?
be truthful, be open and conversational, it’s a long process but it isn’t as bad as it seems! it’s very worth it !
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