Subject Leader Review

by Pearson plc

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:

As a subject leader I manage the standardisation of all A level English and International A level English exams throughout the year and exam series whilst also overseeing the content production for these qualifications.

8/10

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

Since being an apprentice I have found multiple ways to better manage my projects and workload while multitasking and adhering to tight deadlines

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed my programmed a lot, it was very challenging but the course was interesting, the teachers were engaging and the end result was rewarding.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Structured well and was fairly organised

7/10

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

A lot of support from my employer.

10/10

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

A lot of support from all the teachers who worked at Pearson College, cannot fault them for their help in ensuring we completed our degrees to a high standard.

10/10

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

Very well, it helps to think more critically in a workplace, working towards various solutions whilst being a team player too.

8/10

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.)

Not that I am aware of

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Pearson plc to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I received a brilliant qualification from a college, who supported me throughout and never made me feel like just a number. The qualification is widely recognised and respected and whats better is it was fully funded by my company so thank you PLC.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pearson plc?

Definitely do it!