Garment Technologist Review

by ASOS

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10

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

Garment Technologist is a product developer involved in the fit, design, construction and quality of garments from development stage through to production and sales. This involves technical pack creations, reviewing product samples, auditing suppliers, providing pattern cutting training, managing production issues and monitoring sales and returns data to improve product.

10/10

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

I have learnt a lot of new skills including and not limited to; collaborative working, coaching, mentoring, self, awareness, psychological safety and inclusivity. I have also developed time management skills, meeting tools and how to solicit and give constructive feedback.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have thoroughly enjoyed the program, I feel it has made me a better person, employee and future manager.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The program is well organised however the resources could be in a more accessible format to speed the research sections of each module. The course is also very adaptable to what you are currently working on, ensuring not to double your workload and prioritise the modules inline with your projects.

8/10

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

Depending on my line report I have received different levels of support. My previous line manager was very anxious and stressed and didn't make time to support my time on the course. My current manager is very supportive and I ensure to continuously communicate my progression and which modules are coming up so we can align them with the strategy and projects coming up.

10/10

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

My coach has provided a lot of support and there are training video, calls and packs available from onboarding to prepare yourself with the end point assessment. There could however be more frequent Q&A calls at different dates/times to be more accessible around our full time schedules.

8/10

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

The course has hugely improved my performance at work. I have always been a high performing employee with a great sense of achievement but lack of understanding of how I am perceived by others, and the skills and knowledge to perform well in a team and as a leader.

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 limited extra-curricular activities.

4/10

9a. Would you recommend ASOS to a friend?

9b. Why?

There is currently no progression available in my department at this company.

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

Ensure that you have the time and support from your line manager to dedicate a minimum of 6hrs a week to studying, applying theories and writing your reflections.