Heating installation apprentice Review

by British Gas

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7/10

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

My role is split between learning in an academy and picking up field experience, during academy, we will learn by various means whether that is theory in a classroom or practical in bays. On patch we are paired with a “mentor” who is supposed to support and teach you how the expectations of your role.

7/10

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

I have learned many new skills and have massively developed existing ones, you have a lot of time and a good environment to learn and develop.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

At first I did struggle to pick up a routine and get into the dynamic, but through perseverance and support I have developed a lot and have begun to enjoy my time.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The overall structure in terms of communication and transparency of certain expectations can be improved.

6/10

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

I do receive a lot of support from trainers and my manager, however I do believe we are ill equipped for our role, we could be provided with more tools and equipment to make our learning easier.

6/10

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

We are provided with a lot of training material to support our learning.

8/10

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

The qualification is vital to the role so it is very tied in

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.)

5/10

9a. Would you recommend British Gas to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

You learn many skills and pick up important information for a very good job

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

Know what your expectations are, ask questions about the structure of the apprenticeship.