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GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)

Passenger Host Review

at GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Transport Planning

Croydon, Greater London

Review Submitted: November 2024

Overall Rating

3.7 /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
3/5 - Skills Development
3.2/5 - 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
My Role is Passenger Host I was not able to find transport as a job option. I go on trains and check for ticket issues and offer customer service as well and issue penalty fares and MG's. We also go to revenue excises at different stations.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have only just started but so far it has been very good and my mentor from learnmore is great

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have only just started the course but so far it seems like it will be very beneficial for me and will help me progress within my company

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
So far it has been very organised and very well structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
I have only just started but so far I have received some support but would like more opportunities for off the job learning
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
They offer for of support as well aw reassurance that if you have any questions you can just contact them
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I have only just started so have not had an opportunity to use much from the course yet but I'm sure it will be a positive and there will be things I can use within my job role
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Not really i meet up with my friends and colleagues from work but not extra curricular

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because the railway is a very stable job with a good pension
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)?
Just come to work on time. Safety is very important on the railway yours and the passengers so always be vigilant and aware of your surroundings.
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