HR apprentice Review

by Transport for London

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.4/10

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

The role varies and includes working within the HR & wider sector in both specialist and generalist areas.

8/10

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

Yes, I have developed an multitude of skills both practical & strategic including excel, PowerPoint, presentation skills etc

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have enjoyed the programme a lot and feel it has enhanced me

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is relatively well organised however there are some aspects that could be better planned. E.g. interaction with training provider.

6/10

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

I have received a lot of support!

9/10

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

Due to the new layout of the qualification there has been a lot of uncertainty around the qualification, I believe the training provider could do a bit more to support us through this time.

4/10

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

I believe it will and has been useful to understand the basis of how we are to operate as professionals

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.)

Yes, there are several types of socials to attend including (apprentice socials, book club, run club, schemes mental health events, network groups etc)

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Transport for London to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great organisation to work for as they provide a lot of support, varied work and opportunities and priorities the health and wellbeing of not only their staff and customers but the environment they operate in.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Transport for London?

- Do your research on the organisation to understand their values and strategies - Be authentic in your interview - Ensure you are informed and confident you understand what the priorities of your role will be