Learning and OD Advisor Review
at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Healthcare
Reading
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.4 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
5/5
As a Learning and OD Advisor my role entails supporting staff with their development. This may be through enrolling on to apprenticeships themselves; meeting to discuss career opportunities; running the Trust-wide induction, delivering training and coaching colleagues to support personal and professional performance.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The programme is great for teaching me new coaching skills, behaviours and knowledge.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, I have learnt how to use insightful questions, different leadership styles and provide feedback to my coachees.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
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?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Royal Berkshire Foundation Trust offers a wide range of development opportunities that can be practically applied back the work I do, they are supportive in helping me complete the apprenticeship and coordinating with the apprenticeship provider.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust?
To look at areas that may interest you, ask questions about the development opportunities and how they can support your career.
