Trainee accountant Review
at Walter Dawson & Son
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Accounting
Halifax
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.2 /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
3/5
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Skills Development
2.6/5
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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
My role is to prepare accounts, Corporation tax, Personal tax, Chase client information etc.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the programme quite a bit and enjoy working while learning.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
There are many new skills I have learnt while on the job. Everyday is a learning curve.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
At WDS we are very well organised and structured. All jobs are organised and everyone knows what to do.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I receive support by having college days, help on hand with jobs if needed, someone is always available to provide help when needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
I receive lessons in bulk once a week, a talent coach to keep track f where I am at so I don't fall behind, Monthly meetings, portals for the class work/booklets are available.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
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Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
We do social activities, sit down meals for the annual review, Awards ceremony's.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Walter Dawson & Son to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Nice place to work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Walter Dawson & Son?
Be yourself.
