Apprentice service technician Review
at Halfords
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Preston, UK
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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:
5/5
My role is to make sure that cars are safe on the roads and help make them pass the mots
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the programme a lot as they teach you a lot of things that come in handy if you own a car
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt quite a lot about cars and how the mechanical side of the cars operate
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is very organised and you know what’s happening where and when
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from my employer as if there’s anything I’m unsure about they make sure I have the support there if needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive quite a lot of support from my training providers as they try to make sure I am on track with my apprenticeship
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I can take the knowledge that I learn back to the work place
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are a few but I’d like to see a bit more
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Halfords to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is an amazing company to work for and if you do right it is a career for life
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Halfords?
Just be confident, keen and willing to learn if you want to go into this industry
