Apprentice Travel Advisor Review

by TUI UK & Ireland

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.5/10

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

My role is an apprentice travel advisor and on a day to day basis, I help customers to find their perfect holiday and anything else they need. I deal with lots of different customers each day and always have new challenges. I also deal with selling and buying currency.

10/10

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

I have learnt a lot of customer service skills and dealing with different situations. Also handling money in the foreign exchange bureau.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme as I am always learning new things. TUI are a great company to work for.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is well structured and I get dedicated time once a week off the shop floor to complete my coursework. I also have monthly catch ups with my apprenticeship coach.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support from my manager in store and my apprenticeship coach

10/10

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

I receive good support when I am working towards qualifications.

10/10

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

I feel like completing my qualification has helped me perform better in my role because I have the opportunity to learn new things through E-Learnings.

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.)

6/10

9a. Would you recommend TUI UK & Ireland to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

TUI is a great company to work for - I have great support during my apprenticeship and during my role

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to TUI UK & Ireland?

I would always advise to apply for TUI. You have great support when applying/training and starting your role and there is always opportunities to learn more. They are also training courses and help if needed.