Tax Assistant Review
at Smailes Goldie
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Tax
East Riding of Yorkshire
Review Submitted: February 2026
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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 tax returns for individuals, speaking to HMRC about tax due for clients, speaking to clients about any of their missing information
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am enjoying learning more about tax everyday and I am happy with the support in place
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt new skills about tax as well as developing my existing core skills such as communication and teamwork
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
There is a clear plan in place so I am aware of what the next part of the programme will be
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive lots of support regarding all areas of my study course
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
There are lots of available resources that I can use throughout the apprenticeship to help me complete my exams
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualification, through my training provider, has allowed me to understand even more about tax meaning that I can deal with more complex tax affairs for clients in practice
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Smailes Goldie to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Smailes has a very friendly working environment and it is one that I am happy to be a part of. People will always give you help as and when you need it
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Smailes Goldie?
Be confident and be ready to work hard
