Machine Setter Review
at Specsavers
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Wyre Forest District, UK
Review Submitted: March 2025
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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3/5
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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
Machine calibration,
Preventive maintenance
Operating
Preventive maintenance
Operating
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy all subject during my apprenticeship and I try implement new knowledge at work.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, everyday I’m learning something new and improve my existing skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
There were some issue with my program from college side. Now the programme is organised a bit better.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I can always get support from my employer if I needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Depends, sometimes I receive support, sometimes I have to make things right myself.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Most of the work I have to do myself so the programme is correct but the college is organised very badly.
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
No, I’m not aware of it
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Specsavers to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good company, very stable with lots opportunities to develop.
Definitely good place to work.
Definitely good place to work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Specsavers?
Go on interview and be yourself
