Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • On a day to day basis my job is to help families who have lost a love one to arrange their funeral. From helping with paperwork to being their as support. I work with a range of people from Council workers, Doctors, Cremation staff, cemetery staff, Ministers and our teams within our company. Helping families to give their loved one the perfect goodbye.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt lots of new skills doing this job. From how to work with so many different organisations to dealing with a grieving family. How to arrange all aspects of funerals and how to fill out all the legal paperwork.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I have loved doing the programme. It has helped me to fully understand the way funeral care works and how to use my knowledge to the best.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very well organised. Even with a pandemic going on. It was structured so you learnt the right things at the right time of your journey.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I received a lot of help. From all different departments. If i needed to find out about anything i could ring someone or email them and they would be more than happy to help me in anyway they could.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • A lot! They really help you every step of the way. They encourage you and help you in anyway they can.

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • it has really helped me feel like I am now a funeral arranger. If I ever don't remember anything i can look back on my notes and I know I will be able to find what I need to know. I feel like I know so much more about the funeral industry now. I had never worked in this industry before and know I feel confident carrying out my job.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
  • We do a lot on community work. It is easy to get involved in that. You will also be fully supported if you wish to do something for your community.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend Co-op to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • They are a really good company to work for. They help you as much as they can. They do amazing work with communities and support their staff.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Co-op?
  • I would say be yourself. Everyone at the Co-op is different and that is what makes it an amazing company to work for. Take your time in the interview process, think about your answers.


Details

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Nursing

Kingsbury, Greater London

March 2021


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