Trust tax assistant Review
at Larking Gowen
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Tax
Norwich
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
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:
4/5
Preparing trust tax returns and accounts
Updating information on HMRC's trust register
Liasing with colleagues, clients, HMRC
Updating information on HMRC's trust register
Liasing with colleagues, clients, HMRC
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
The programme is good - variety of work to challenge yourself and opportunities to learn about new things
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Developed knowledge of trust taxation
Improved communication skills via email, phone, in person etc
Improved IT skills
Improved communication skills via email, phone, in person etc
Improved IT skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Well structured with a clear plan set out to meet all the requirements for the apprenticeship, but also to pass any exams
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Support is offered where needed. Managers will join meetings with apprenticeship provider to ensure that everything is running smoothly
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Various study days and mock exams that help develop my knowledge ahead of the exams
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Helps to develop my knowledge in the area I work in, but also in other areas meaning my overall tax knowledge grows
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
Yes, various sports events, social events (in teams and firmwide). There are professional networking events which helps build professional connections
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Larking Gowen to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Larking Gowen is very supportive with your development, with great people
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Larking Gowen?
Undertake work experience beforehand as this will help you to have a solid understanding of the role you are applying for
