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Accounts trainee Review

at Smailes Goldie

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Accounting

Kingston upon Hull

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.9 /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
4.8/5 - 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
As an accounts trainee I help in the preparation of accounts and sometimes help with bookkeeping tasks.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy it and find it the right level of challenge.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt lots of new skills and have built greatly on my previous accounts knowledge from college.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have set dates for all of my Level 3 studies months in advance and I am taught them in organised, structured sessions.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer always helps when I have questions about my study situation.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Good recourses and structured study sessions.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I have definitely used knowledge gained from study to improve my performance such as understanding VAT to a greater level.
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
There are often social events that normally include going for a meal and an activity. There are also sports teams such as football.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Smailes Goldie to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great people who will support you at every stage of your journey.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Smailes Goldie?
Smailes Goldie offers work experience so taking that opportunity shows initiative.
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