Store Manager Review
at The Co-op
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Retail Manager
Rochester, UK
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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
Regular progress check ins and work allocated at a good pace for the duration of the apprenticeship. Support offered when needed.
Would enjoy a pre setup group chat application with my cohort, as some are from different businesses. Would aid thinking and idea sharing for portfolio pieces etc
Would enjoy a pre setup group chat application with my cohort, as some are from different businesses. Would aid thinking and idea sharing for portfolio pieces etc
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy learning new knowledge and skills to put into use during my future work career and in life.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Developed listening skills and leadership skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Good structure and pace so far
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Support time off paid to complete apprenticeship
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Good level of support when asked for, or when needed to resubmit certificates
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Provides more scope of why things change frequently based on market trends and business strategic planning
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Not that I’m aware of
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend The Co-op to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Best colleagues you’ll ever work with
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The Co-op?
Be honest, follow up with a visit to the store. Possible to get you added to the selection that come through to the manager of interview (top 6-8 scorers of a vacancy only)
