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Front end supervisor Review

at B&Q

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Retail Manager

Caerphilly / Caerffili

Review Submitted: February 2025

Overall Rating

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
As a front end supervisor my job is to monitor and support the front end colleagues to serve and help customers with sales, complaints and advice. I oversee reports, ordering and feedback systems as well as clubcard marketing, rotas and training
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Amazing program

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Absolutely. I've learned buddy to boss and how the step between a colleague and manager is vital to leading a team

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Level 2 and 3 were great but level 4 I believe is a new qualification and not much has been done in relation to planning and resources
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A little. I find time to complete the work is hard to come by and find that carrying out the work from home is better
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
my tutor is brilliant
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It's definitely helped me to progress my career and put me on the right path to a future in retail.managenent
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
Social eveninga

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend B&Q to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great opportunities, pay is well and development roles while in work
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to B&Q?
Go for it
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