Deputy manager Review

by B&Q

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 responsible for the front and the back of the house. From stock accuracy, goods receiving to ensuring that we have space for the stock. Implementing range changes, coordination if all changes throughout the store. Securing smooth running of the tills as this is the only point of contact some customers will have. Also filling in for the unit manager in their absence.

10/10

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

I have learned many different work around ways , different methods of approaching situations

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the interaction with learning coach as well as learning new theories

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Online meetings are planned well in advance and its great the way the coach prepares you for the end point assessment.

10/10

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

I get given all the time I have asked for to be able to study and complete all tasks

10/10

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

I have received all the support I have asked for.

10/10

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

Going through all the modules has make it easier to form many different types of conversations and approach situations from different angles

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.)

As I already deputise for the unit manager , i have been able to attend manager’s meetings, represnet my store and build larger network at work

10/10

9a. Would you recommend B&Q to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

B&Q is an employer that looks after all their staff. Very inclusive environment with equal opportunities

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to B&Q?

Be open and honest is the best policy, there is no question not worth asking as knowledge is a power. Anyone willing to work hard will be well rewarded