Business Professional Apprentice Review

by British Airways

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10

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

I work in Airworthiness so oversee lots of airworthiness data and security functions of the department.

8/10

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

Professionalism Minute taking Confidence Public Speaking Charity volunteering Critical thinking

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I absolutely love what I do. I’m very passionate about BA, and am incredibly lucky to work here.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

BA’s side of things is very good. Good opportunity, lots to get involved in and with. BPP’s side isn’t as good. Lack of communication and confused about what I’m meant to be doing

6/10

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

When I need it, I know it’s there.

10/10

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

We get 20% each week which contributes to approx 1 day a week to complete apprenticeship work which is fantastic!

10/10

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

BPP really don’t give us any support and we hardly hear from our coaches. I’m not too sure on how BPP could assist me

4/10

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.)

At BA, we have Flying Start which is our in house charity which I regularly help out with. I love giving back to others and the community.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good benefits Working with industry leading experts Robust apprenticeship programs Good career progression Lots of positive change happening with the company ie BA Better World / A Better BA The future looks exciting as aviation is constantly changing and evolving.

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

Do your research Don’t be afraid to go out your comfort zone Ask questions and be inquisitive Do your best! Make yourself proud