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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)

Employee Communications & Engagement Business Partner Review

at GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)

Higher Level Apprenticeship

PR and Communications

London

Review Submitted: November 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!

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 help plan, organise and deliver engaging communications to colleagues working in customer-facing functions across Southern, Gatwick Express, Great Northern and Thameslink train companies.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The programme is enjoyable. The coaches are very supportive and, on the whole, the content is quite engaging.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt a lot more about what it takes to be a manager, how to navigate culture change and developing relationships.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is well structured around day-to-day job demands and there is flexibility to catch up if you fall behind.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I am given the time I need to complete work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I know that I can contact my coach whenever I need to.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Gain insights, knowledge and experience of how big battalion areas are best led.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
n/a

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Culture, pay, and support
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)?
Be clear about the difference you could make to colleagues and customers.
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