Rating

8.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • In my role as a manufacturing apprentice, I am based in a production area producing inhaled products. I work in process support, working with others to improve the efficiency of lines and improve the area.

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt many new skills in my role, I have learnt how to work with others from those in senior positions at GSK to those that I have managed in a team. I have learnt many hands on skills as well, learning how to run the lines in my area.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy my program very much, I work within a small team who are all very helpful. I have good support and I get on well with all the staff in my area.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by GSK?
  • GSK is a very valuing company, I receive praise from my manager and others around me all the time. As well as receiving electronic recognitions often containing vouchers and other rewards.

    9/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The program is well structured however it is flexible to suit my needs and requests. There is lots of support and opportunities offered with the apprenticeship.

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I see my tutor once as a week when they come on site to teach our course. The lessons are well taught and any requests we have made for more information are met.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive a lot of support from my employer, I have regular meetings with my manger to record my progress and raise any concerns. There is always HR help if it is needed and any support is always accessible.

    9/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • My salary meets my costs very well. I live 10 minutes away from work so I use very little fuel traveling to and from work. I often spend money on social activities however my salary sufficiently supports this.

    9/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • There are lots of opportunities outside of work. I have attended many careers fairs at local schools and colleges. As well as this there are opportunities to help the local community in days off work.

    10/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a great company to work for with many opportunities. There is fantastic support for the apprenticeship program and there is always people looking out for you and offering advice.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GSK?
  • Make sure you are confident and sell yourself. GSK do not rely on grades to recruit apprentices, it is based on personality and the eagerness to learn.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering, Science

North East

May 2016


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