Degree Apprentice Review

by JLR

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • General Maintenance of the current working area. Attending University every 5 weeks for a full week at a time.

    7/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes, many maintenance techniques. Cherry picker and scissor lift operation. Theoretical skills by doing an HNC in the first 2 years

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy the day to day work although it is very disorganised in general which I do not like as there is always an air of uncertainty.

    8/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by JLR?

    • I don't feel that valued at the moment as I am not fully skilled so do not offer as much to the company

    5/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Not very

    4/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • A reasenoble amount of support is offered as there is always someone available to talk to about any issues

    8/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Support from management has been very minimal so far and have only met with them on occasion. HR support is good although I have had no reason to use it.

    6/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • It is a very generous salary for an apprenticeship. It more than easily covers living, travel, daily and social costs

    10/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Yes there are always community initiatives going on that you can get involved in and company events are becoming more and more prevalent.

    8/10
  • 9. Would you recommend JLR to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Generous salary, solid and reputable company

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JLR?

    • Be prepared to work long hours, and safety is key.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

North West

February 2017

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