Project Assistant Review

by Mace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

5.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Support to the Project Manager on daily tasks on the project and interaction with the wider project team.

    5/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Skills development has been evident but limited.

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • The first year was great. However, there were a number of unnecessary changes to the apprenticeship scheme which has put many current apprentices at a disadvantage.

    5/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • As mentioned, there was a clear structure and path for progression. However, with recent changes this is now uncertain and apprentices are being held back.

    3/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Depends on the project you are put on.

    5/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • The external qualification provider if ok. As it is online it can feel isolated and distant.

    5/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Although most of the first year degree is irrelevant to day-to-day work, it has helped me partially.

    5/10
  • 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.)

    • Social experiences within the region are of a good standard and allow for networking.

    8/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Mace to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Although there have been changes which have negatively effected apprentices, i would rather this programme than full time university.

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

    • Be confident, clear and know what you are signing up for.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Construction

Birmingham

March 2024

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