Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Once I am qualified I will be working on a HVDC Converter station, which will involve maintaining the assets on site, however whilst I am training I spend most days at the training centre working towards qualifications to become competent in my role.

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt many skills as well as developed existing skills.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy the training aspect of my programme, it is very engaging. National Grid also look after their apprentices incredibly well providing accommodation whilst completing training.

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by National Grid?
  • I feel appropriately valued by National Grid.

    7/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • As we are on a brand new scheme there have been a few minor hiccups with our programme but any issues have been dealt with appropriately and quickly.

    9/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I receive all of the support that I need.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive all of the support that I need.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • Very well paid apprentice programme which adds to feeling valued by the company.

    9/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • At the training centre there are some extra activities available to do on site in the evenings, i.e. a small gym, mountain bikes etc.

    7/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • Excellent career opportunity, well paid apprenticeship and well looked after.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
  • Be confident, be yourself and do some background research on the company and role to prepare for any interviews you way have as well as soon examples of experiences that may be relatable to the role.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

South West

April 2018


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