Rating

8.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Lead a robust and responsive Associate strategy which equips them to respond to business needs and the changing VQ landscape. Identify and lead on business improvement opportunities relating to the use of Associates. Ensure vocational qualification standards, including regulatory, assessment and quality aspects are considered alongside operational parameters. Maintain a strategic overview of internal assessment activities relating to certification blocks and special considerations.

    7/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Yes, project management, strategic approaches, different leadership styles.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I have loved the programme, great units, great teaching staff and interesting array of experience shared among peers

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very, clear deadlines, access to resources

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Lots - plentiful mentor opportunities, a senior leader sponsor and all senior leaders have offered their expertise when I have asked.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • Plenty - 1-1 tutorials, offers to review work, reading lists

    8/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • Has given me the tools and theoretical knowledge to support my conversations and decision making

    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.)
  • limited social events, but apprentice networking is strong and professional resource groups are helpful

    7/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend Pearson plc to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • A team environment, opportunity to grow professionally and expand your network


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pearson plc?
  • Be prepared, consider current trends in education and do your research.


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Business Operations

Kingston upon Hull

May 2024


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