Higher Level Quality Technician Apprentice Review

by Babcock

Rating

10/10

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

I have the opportunity to do many placements, but my main role is to ensure the quality of operations within the business by evidencing this and offering opportunities for improvement if needed. Also to maintain the quality and strive for improvement throughout.

10/10

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

I have learnt many skills. A lot of IT and management skills as well as about how the business operates which will help me to undertake my job role once qualified. Everyone is extremely supportive in helping me learn and develop my skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme. Everyone is very supportive and helpful to ensure that I get the best out of it and learn the most I can. I have been provided with opportunities to do and try new things which I am loving!

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very new, but has been organised well to ensure I see the full picture through a variety of placements and learning experiences which have been planned for the duration of my apprenticeship. I have been told what these are and am excited for what is to come.

10/10

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

I am fully supported by my line manager and other managers. I feel confident to ask questions when I am unsure and feel as though I can ask if I needed additional support and it wouldn't be a problem.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support for my qualification. My manager also gets involved with some meetings and looks over my work sometimes to check I am on the right track. I know I could ask for support any time if needed. I also do my training and college work in work time.

10/10

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

It is only the start of the programme but I have been able to relate my learning into my practice already and have used some tips and knowledge gains from the qualification to use in my practice also.

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.)

There are many extra curricular activities including networking events, celebration events, union events and events where I can have my say for things too.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Babcock to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because everyone is very supportive and helpful and is making the apprenticeship interesting. I feel extremely supported and my personal life is considered when working to ensure that I can have a good work/life balance.

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

Do not be afraid to ask questions. Questions that you think may be silly are welcomed and supported and everyone is here to help.