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Manager Review

at Travis Perkins plc

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Human Resources

Northampton, Northamptonshire

Review Submitted: March 2026

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
I manage a team of colleagues who provide training to colleagues through a number of initiatives.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It gave me a greater insight in to HR and made me think and operate more strategically.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
More about HR theory and models and strategic thinking.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
On the whole it was although is was a bit of information overload at the start and I would have liked more support around End Point Assessment
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I was provided time and support throughout the duration of the programme of study.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Overall, the support was solid throughout to support me with both elements of the programme.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I am more of a strategic thinker and take forward a number of views before making my decisions.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
The are opportunities but I do not participate in any.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have been here for 14 years and have been provided with a number of opportunities to progress. The buisness also provides its colleagues with a number of benefits.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Be yourself and be ambitious as the operational side of the business does support colleagues to significantly progress their careers.
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