Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Supporting supply chain and logistics to ensure stock is coming in within goods in allowances and cash budget. Work closely with buying team and suppliers with any issues that arise.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Built my confidence in leading a team. Improved my communication and organisational skill which has helped me further my career.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoyed the workshops and tasks as it allowed me to use these skills in real life. Only part I didn't enjoy as much was the workloads towards the middle/end f the programme.

    7/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • I felt like it was structured well however wasn't very organised at the start as we switched tutors

    8/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Line manger was good as they had also done the programme however in a fast paced business it was hard to put all the time in ensure this programme was completed to the best of my ability.

    6/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • Good amount of support, if I needed something my tutor or workshop trainer always were there. Regular 1-2-1's with tutor was beneficial

    9/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • This was very helpful to perform better and as a result had 2 promotions from the start of the programme.

    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, our department usually get involved in holding a yearly sports day and supply chain get together every few months. We also get to interact with suppliers

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend AO to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Great for progression as they are helpful with development.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AO?
  • Need to ensure you want to get involved within the team and take in the culture as AO try to make it as enjoyable and fun to work.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Customer Service

Bolton, Greater Manchester

February 2023


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