Retail Assistant Review
at Travis Perkins plc
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Basildon
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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
As a Sales Assistant it is vital to always be polite and friendly when serving at the counter and to be attentive.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I am currently struggling to enjoy the apprenticeship but that just might be because my mind isn't in its happy state at the moment.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
What I have learned is that there is more going on in the background that just what is shown on the surface.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
10 out of 10.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I get as much support as I can get with my shift work, when I am at work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I get great advise on where my work is going and if I need to make any changes, so far that hasn't happened yet.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Some of the things I'm learning I am already doing without thinking about as my manager trusts me to do the job right, and they know I will ask for help if there is a problem.
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
We support Macmillan Charity all year with some events doted throughout.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
As long as the course is right for them, then I would encourage them to learn something new.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Only apply if you feel ready to take that step and prepare for a long ride.
