Rating

8.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Switch between training courses at the training facility at eakring and maintaining a 400kV substation at various sites

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I'm getting better at understanding how the equipment i work with operates and understanding of electrical principles is dveloping

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • the job is enjoyable as it differs everyday and the mechanical side of the job is something I really enjoy and the training facilities are really good for developing skills

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by National Grid?
  • i feel as my apprenticeship goes on my role is becoming more important

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • the structure is good

    9/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • when needed the support is very good

    9/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • when needed the support is good

    9/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • the pay is very good for apprentice wage

    9/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • yes if you want to be proactive its a great possibillity

    9/10

  • 9. Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Its a very good company to work for with good job security


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
  • The employers are looking for a mixture of practical skills and personallity so be yourself


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

East of England

April 2016


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