Chartered manager degree apprentice Review

by Stateside Foods

Rating

10/10

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

We operate in placements ranging from 4 weeks to six months in all aspects of the business.

10/10

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

Lots of new skills, the main version being the development of my confidence. I have experienced managing teams of up to 20 people.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Very much. The balance between work and uni is manageable.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well. We have uni twice ever two weeks on Thursday and Friday. We also get a study day per assignment.

10/10

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

We have designated mentors in work and at uni. There is also a learning co or donator who is like your ‘work mum’

10/10

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

Lots of help is provided having weekly and monthly review meetings to check progress and discuss areas to improve

10/10

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

100% this qualification will be so valuable but not as valuable as the experience I will get on the 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.)

Yes there are lots of social events at uni and work. Work provide a DCO residential week once a year where you go to Wales and have an activities week with other apprentices.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Stateside Foods to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is brilliant and the people there couldn’t be more helpful. It is also great to see the progression of past apprentices into great jobs which gives you hope for the future.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Stateside Foods?

Read the company website and CSR report before interview