ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER Review

by Travis Perkins Plc

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

I am involved with the day to day running of the branch which includes routing transport, serving customers and providing quotes. Maintaining time sheets and holiday and sickness on a HR system.

10/10

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

I have learnt more about time management and how to handle difficult conversations.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoyed the workshops and getting to know other colleagues from around different business. I also learnt a lot about myself and how I can improve my emotional intelligence

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme was well structured and organised

10/10

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

My employer was very supportive

10/10

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

All the support I could ask for.

10/10

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

It helped me a lot as I learnt a lot about myself and had to do projects that had a positive impact on the business.

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.)

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Travis Perkins Plc to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Travis Perkins is a great place to work and offer support for career development.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins Plc?

See if you can have a look around a branch before applying and speak to local branch.