Apprentice Planner Review

by Virgin Media O2

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10

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

Planning fibre in different areas of the south coast. Costing for these potential projects.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Planning and organisation,

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

the company is very friendly, and accommodating, they provide excellent benefits, and allow a flexible working environment

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

very, they have monthly plans of what should be completed each month

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

there are regular check ins with my employer

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

There are regular checks ins with training provider too, as well as additional support if needed

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

the training provider allows extra skills and information to be learned alongside the jobs information

7/10

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.)

there are normally social events that do occur at work, although due to covid this has been limited. although there have been online social events for apprentices

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Virgin Media O2 to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

they are a flexible and understanding business, that care for the welfare of their employees, they provide benefits that are not likely to be given by other companies

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Virgin Media O2?

research the business when completing the job interviews and assessment centre