HE Assessment and Quality analyst apprentice Review

by Pearson plc

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.9/10

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

I started in April and some of my daily task include making MPA payments and sort CPD submissions and learning on the job. I have met the Senior external examiners who I support

10/10

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

I am very confident at talking to different stake holders at different levels. I am improving drastically with my Excel skills and multitasking. I have mastered how to screen shot and ask for help and support.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Only one month in but enjoying my experience so far.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I am attending a programme induction next week and I have started my training today.

9/10

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

I feel extremely comfortable and supported by my manager. He supported me with choosing my study day and supporting me with my apprenticeship training and reminding me that my studying is essential and important.

10/10

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

I started with LDN today and everyone seems very nice and supportive and welcoming. The session was very organised and full of really interesting, interacting tasks.

9/10

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

I am early into my studying but I can see small improvements and changes already.

8/10

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.)

Programme induction, meeting with ambassadors and be able to join the association of apprentices and networking.

8/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

Overall, being a fresh face to Pearson I am never feeling overwhelmed with the learning. The team is very supportive and welcoming and the culture of Pearson is beautiful and people deserve a great working environment as such.

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

Pearson do like cover letters and research well before interviews and a GREAT ATTITUDE to learning.