Transport Planning Apprentice Review
at Transport for London
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Transport Planning
Southwark
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
5/5
-
Overview of Role
5/5
-
Skills Development
4.8/5
-
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
5 6 month placements in which you get to work with different teams and gain real experience.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It has been the best 2 years I could have asked for.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt how to use many different softwares which were taught to me by different managers, also really developed my confidence and soft skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very clearly structured with weekly catch ups with line managers and 90% of the scheme is orgasnised for you.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Constant support, whether that is work related or other difficulty's.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Leeds college of Building were excellent in providing feedback for assignments.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It is mostly relevant to what I do and the other parts are valuable pieces of information to know.
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
I play for the Waterloo & City football team, there are also many activities to get involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Transport for London to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have and will continue to advise TfL to all of my friends.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Transport for London?
Research what the company is doing, ask yourself why you are a good fit and why you chose the specific scheme.
