IT Manager Review

by Pearson plc

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Using technical and managerial knowledge to support a team of technicians and provide guidance to other parts of the business.

10/10

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

I have learnt new theories and methodologies to use in operational and technical management.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Pearson has provided excellent support to me as an apprentice. Support, guidance and executive contacts are all available to help me through each stage of the apprenticeship.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised. There are regular communications from the apprenticeship team to check how you are doing and offer support or new resources.

10/10

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

Pearson has been extremely supportive. They have made the time available so that I can study and focus when it is needed.

10/10

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

I could not fault the training provider. The range of support available is huge.

10/10

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

The training is opening me up to other perspectives that I have not considered before. It is allowing me to critically analyse standard operating procedures and ask myself if they can be improved or if they are correct.

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 lots of networking events to participate in such as membership to the Association of Apprenticeships.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

Pearson has been extremely supportive and are helping me to progress at a comfortable pace that is applicable to my personal circumstances. I have the support available if I need it, and everyone has been very approachable and encouraging.

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

Don't hesitate. If you have a question, they are very willing to spend the time to discuss it with you and figure out what is right for you.