Apprentice Review
at Halfords
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Automotive Engineering
Sydenham, Greater London
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.3 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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
im an apprentice and it involves doing training and helping technicians to learn more about the automotive trade and gain experience
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
i love beinjg part of the halfords family as it helps me develop the skills required and build my knowledge
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
ive learned manual handling, safe working loads, how to change brakes, vehicle matenance
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
the programme is well put together and structured, only a few things to address but other than that its an amazing experience
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
i receive 100% support from my employer as they answer any enquires i have and provide me with the training i have asked for
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
i recieve 100% from my employer when i ask for help to work towards my qualifications
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
it helps me understand my gaps in knowledge about automotive servicing and repairs i feel grateful towards the halfords apprenticeship team when they help me with enquires about how to improve my performance
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
none
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Halfords to a friend?
Yes
Why?
its a good company to work for as it helps improve customer communication skills and provide the work experience needed
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Halfords?
always ask for help from a fellow technician dont be afraid to ask, as they can walk you through step by step
