Apprentice mechanic Review

by Halfords

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.9/10

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

My role being an apprentice allows me to shadow other collogues with jobs they are doing and learn from what they are doing. It also involves doing jobs of my own such as servicing, brakes and tyres.

7/10

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

I have learnt how to remove change and refit brake drums and shoes which I was not able to do before.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme as everyone at work is always happy to help if I am stuck with something and assist me with jobs I have not done before.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme can be well structured but sometimes it is not at college.

6/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my employer.

7/10

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

My training provider gives me a lot of support, making sure all my coursework is ready to be submitted.

7/10

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

I feel that it helps me perform better as I am willing to learn how to do new things.

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.)

No.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Halfords to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They provide a lot of benefits within the whole of Halfords and they are willing to support you with things you need help with.

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

Be confident in what you are talking about.