Trainee Accounting Technician Review
at Westcotts
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Accounting
Weston-Super-Mare
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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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
I work on the accounts team, preparing annual accounts and VAT returns for a variety of types of clients.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
The variety of clients has helped with developing skills and learning more about accounting, with the apprenticeship providing knowledge to support this.
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
Despite studying remotely, my tutor is always there to help with any issues or difficulties.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Not all of the learning can directly tie in to the role (e.g. learning IFRS but using UK GAAP), but is important nevertheless for understanding accounting in general.
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 Westcotts to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Westcotts are a great employer, with so many opportunities available and support. There are many types of clients of different sizes, so there is always more to learn every day.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Westcotts?
Research and be yourself
