Apprenticeship programmes help learners develop-real world skills while gaining a qualification, allowing them to make an immediate impact on their workplace. One learner that benefitted from this approach is Mazan Mavis, a Level 4 School Business Professional apprentice from Yerbury Primary School. Here is her story:
“I chose this apprenticeship because it feels like the right next step for me in my career. I’ve built up a lot of experience already and I want to keep developing my leadership and management skills. This programme will help me grow, take on more responsibility, and improve in the areas I know I need to strengthen. It just makes sense for where I’m heading professionally.
I decided to do an apprenticeship because it lets me develop my skills while staying in my role as a Senior Admin Officer/Finance Officer. For me, learning on the job is much more useful than going down the university route, where everything is mainly theory. In my position, I deal with real situations every day, so being able to apply what I learn straight away makes a big difference. It also means I can continue growing in my career, take on more responsibility, and build my management skills without stepping away from work. Overall, this route just fits better with how I learn and where I want to progress.
I think the main benefits of an apprenticeship programme are being able to learn and work at the same time. You’re gaining new skills and qualifications, but you’re also putting them into practice straight away, which helps everything make more sense. Another big benefit is that you continue to build real experience while still developing professionally, rather than stepping out of work to study full-time. It also gives you the chance to grow in your current role, take on more responsibility, and progress your career without having to pause it. Overall, it’s a more practical and flexible way to learn.
I’m most proud of how much my confidence has grown and how I’ve been able to take on more responsibility in my role while completing the apprenticeship.
The best thing about my role is that I get to support different parts of the organisation and make sure everything runs smoothly. I like being the person people can rely on to get things done. My work has helped support the school’s day-to-day operations which I believe has had a positive impact on both staff and pupils.
I’ve been well supported throughout the programme. My employer has given me the time and space I need to complete my work. My LMP tutor has also been great, always checking in, guiding me through the coursework, and making sure I stay on track. Their support has made the whole process much easier.
The most important skill I’ve learnt is improving my leadership and communication. It’s important because it helps me work better with others, handle tasks more confidently, and support the team more effectively in my role.
After this programme, I hope to move into my dream career one day. I want to build on the skills I’ve developed and take on more responsibility, especially in leading teams and managing operations.”
Best of luck in the future Mazan!
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