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apprentice painter and decorator Review

at Bagnalls

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Construction

London

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

3.9 /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
3.2/5 - 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 would wake up about 6 am to be in the van for 6:45 we would drive to the job and start work at 8:30 then we would complete my first piece of work weather that be painting windows doors or walls and then take a 30 minute break at 10:30, then i would work until 3:30 continuing what i was doing then pack up and get in the van back home
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
cutting in, wallpapering , able to use a roller, general construction knowledge, improved communication, improved self management and creating a routine

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
well structured program with reviews every 3 months to track progress
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
i’ve recently moved branches so i am abit disconnected from my previous branch and not too much invloved with my current branch employer
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
this year support has been unreal but last year there was little to no support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
a lot of the stuff we do isn’t linked to what we do at work but it is still nice to learn incase we ever need to do it
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
not that i’m aware of

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Bagnalls to a friend?
Yes
Why?
because i have enjoyed my time on bagnalls and find it to be a good working environment with little to no stress
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bagnalls?
if you stick to it your days will become easier
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