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Trainee Review

at Smailes Goldie

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Accounting

Kingston upon Hull

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

5 /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
5/5 - 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
My Role on a day to day basis consists of managers and seniors delegating me jobs to complete for clients where I have to use software and create a set of accounts for the time period I am given .
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
i came straight from leaving education so i have gained so much knowledge working at smailes and studying alongside the job. i have even been lucky enough to be able to move between departments and learn more than just my day to day role

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Smailes Goldie to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Smailes Goldie is an amazing company to work for, the opportunity they provide you to work and study at the same time is so beneficial because not only am i studying but also i am gaining experience into the working life. everyone at Smailes Goldie are extremely welcoming and they have created one of the nicest working environments
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Smailes Goldie?
Do research into the company become aware of the different departments and roles that are available at Smailes Goldie and what you feel you are best suited for and do not be afraid to ask questions it shows you have initiative and you are genuinely interested
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