Rating

8.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Apprentice maintenance technician- Turning up to work and completing BTEC qualifications as well as NVQ for my Engineering qualifications.

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt a variety of skills associated with engineering, this includes mechanical as well as electrical.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I really enjoy the apprentiship, I feel that the company want the best for me and and they always help me through the course if I struggle with work.

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by EDF?
  • I feel very valued by the company as a whole, I think the company make the time and effort to speak to each individual apprentice.

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Our programme is organised so that we are able to complete each assessment throughout the year, the time management is very well kept.

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I receive lots of support if I need it. If I am struggling with the work then the instructors would go out of their way to help me.

    10/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive lots of support from my employer, he is there if I need anything to do with work. I feel he goes out of his way to help me and the other apprentices.

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • My salary is reasonable for the job I am doing, but I am hoping that it will increase in the future.

    6/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • There are lots if opportunities outside work, this includes getting involved with clubs and doing social activities through the week.

    8/10

  • 9. Would you recommend EDF to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • They give a great education, it's a very secure job. I feel like the company can meet my needs as long as I meet their. I feel that they care highly of their employees.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EDF?
  • Work hard through school and college to get the grades they require. Be knowledge about the topics of the company in your interview and be polite.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

North West

March 2016


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