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Craft Apprentice Jointer Review

at National Grid

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Armed Forces

Cornwall

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.6 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Jointing LV and HV cables, faults and connecting new customers
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Coming from the military and a telecoms background I have enjoyed the program and learning new skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is well structured and I feel I am gaining confidence and understanding within my job role and National Grid support me as an adult learner
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
National Grid have supported me as an adult learner and becoming a new dad during the apprenticeship has been challenging, however they have been understanding and help me through the challenges
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Support is always available from the training centre and the training team are always willing to help
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.)
4/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good employer to work for
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
Find out as much as you can and choose your role carefully
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