Apprentice Review
at Halfords
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Automotive Engineering
Blackpool, Lancashire
Review Submitted: April 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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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
I'm an apprentice and i am learning to fault diagnose and repair cars and maintain them. I am learning to refit and remove components within manufactures standards. Torque specs ECT.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very Good, i enjoy working as a team and learning from others.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, Diagnosing, Maintenance, Repair, fault finding.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
10/10 amazing
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots of support, i shadow my collogues when they're doing new jobs
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Constant support, every week from everyone, it makes me wants to work more and more.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I believe my qualifications are a strong match for my role. My training has provided me with a broad and deep understanding of language, communication, and a wide range of knowledge.
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
Yes, there are several opportunities to get involved in extra-curricular activities at work, depending on the organization,.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Halfords to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They can provide you with a strong foundation in both practical skills and workplace experience, especially in the automotive, retail, and customer service sectors.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Halfords?
Do your research, learn about Halfords as a company - its values, services, and the role your applying for.
