PA to the Leadership Team & Deputy Team Manager Review
at Cheshire West and Chester Council
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Government
Ellesmere Port
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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 directly for the Chief Executive supporting her but also becoming involved in council wide projects. I am providing day to day support for my director, liaising with internal/ external stakeholders. i have taken ownership of setting up coffee conversations, where a specific topics are discussed by relevant directors/ portfolio holders, that allow the whole organisation to get insight of something they would necessarily have input in. i am currently reviewing our reward and recognition scheme, supporting in the best way possible, the request of our staff, but also in the most financial effective way.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
the exposure and support is incredible
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
• Developed strong communication skills, enabling effective engagement with key stakeholders across the organisation.
• Gained practical experience in core HR functions, such as recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Improved my ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Enhanced my teamwork and collaboration skills by working closely with colleagues on HR projects.
• Built confidence in applying HR policies and procedures in real workplace scenarios.
• Learned to provide support and guidance to employees, helping resolve queries and concerns.
• Expanded my understanding of employment law and best practices within human resources.
• Gained practical experience in core HR functions, such as recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Improved my ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Enhanced my teamwork and collaboration skills by working closely with colleagues on HR projects.
• Built confidence in applying HR policies and procedures in real workplace scenarios.
• Learned to provide support and guidance to employees, helping resolve queries and concerns.
• Expanded my understanding of employment law and best practices within human resources.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
very, i have had great contact internally and with externally with the apprenticeship provider
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
i am very supported
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
i can contact my training provider at any time.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
it gives me a better understanding of the work i undertake day to day.
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
i attend networking events both online and in person
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Cheshire West and Chester Council to a friend?
Yes
Why?
it is the most wonderful place to work, i feel safe, supported and genuinely happy to work where i do.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Cheshire West and Chester Council?
there will always be support and opportunities available
Senior Finance Assistant
at Cheshire West and Chester Council
- Higher Level Apprenticeship
- Ellesmere Port
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