Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • The job title of my role is HVDC Apprentice. In the time that I have been here I have learned about health and safety and am currently completing a hand skills course.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I am currently completing a Level 2 Hand skills course which will link onto my level 3 qualification that I will be working towards in the coming years.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The apprenticeship so far has been very enjoyable and I think the style of learning suits my needs.

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by National Grid?
  • I feel like a valued employee of the company with many people here to support me along the way with anything I need help with.

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The induction for company was very well organised and gave me a lot of information about the company and all the necessary information.

    10/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I receive a lot of support. we have 10 weekly meetings to ensure that everything is going all ok with the apprenticeship.

    10/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive a lot of support from my employer and I feel like there is always someone to talk to if I need to.

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • At the moment the salary is good as all travel costs and travel costs are paid for.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Yes there are plenty things at the training academy to do in the evening such as a gym, golf, football, bar and bar games.

    10/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • I believe that it is a great company to be in and that they treat their staff with a lot of respect.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
  • Be yourself.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

South East

April 2018


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