Business developer Review

by Howdens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.6/10

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

On a normal day i will start with the till paper work from the day before, then the day will be spent answer phones to order enquiries and passing messages on to other members of staff.

10/10

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

I have developed my speaking over the phone skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme a lot I look forward to coming to work.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I would say I have limitations with being on the island it's difficult to meet the other apprentices' and commune with my trainer.

7/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my manager and colleagues.

10/10

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

I haven't had to do a lot of assessments yet but the ones i have my training provider is only an email away.

10/10

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

It will teach me things that may others take years to learn.

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 quite a few social activities at my depot but there are a lot of reward trip opportunities as well.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Howdens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because there are great opportunities and rewards.

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

Be yourself and get ionvolved