Apprentice Review
at Wickes PLC
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Plumbing
Stoke-on-Trent
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
3.1 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
2.8/5
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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:
3/5
Bathroom fitting removal of bathroom and installation of new one including tiling etc
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It’s good however could be improved by length of course and college side of the course
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed various plumbing and tiling skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
The college side lacks relevance to the day to day work being completed
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
They offer support when needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Some training providers are better than others and are more understanding and useful
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
Lacks relevance to the day to day work
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
N/a
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Wickes PLC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Been a good experience and taught me loads
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Wickes PLC?
Be weary of the training isn’t fully relevant
