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Bricklayer Review

at Southern Area Brickwork

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Construction

Guildford, Surrey

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - 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
So I get onto site and sign in then I prepare myself for day and get everything I need to carry out my task and then once completed inform my boss and tidy up
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoyed the apprenticeship as it’s always something I have enjoyed and know I’m focusing on getting more better and thinking about being more than bricklayer

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I already had experience but I got a lot more confidence and a lot my theory knowledge then I did before

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It was very organised my programme and I have an amazing company who helped me the whole way
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I had a lot of support because if I was unsure about anything they would help me
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I would have one day a week at college that would help me build on my own and help me increase my theory side
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It’s helps me to be better in the trade and for my future
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 have social events every few months

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Southern Area Brickwork to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because this company has given me a lot of opportunities and became the person who I am now and there just great team to work with
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Southern Area Brickwork?
Always be self-motivated and have confidence in yourself and Have interest for the trade because that helps a lot
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