Valuable skills gained through apprenticeships

Javid joined Accrol in 2015 as a Shift Quality Controller and was promoted to Quality Supervisor in 2018. He was then the Quality Lead in 2019 and as of last year, he secured a promotion to Quality Manager for the Blackburn, Leyland, and Leicester sites after completing his management qualification.

What do you do?

"As a Quality Manager, my main duty is to maintain product safety, but I also have many other responsibilities, such as risk assessing new products, ensuring all materials have been inspected and tested, achieving and maintaining certifications, regulating packaging waste, ensuring procedures are followed by colleagues to ensure no products are at risk, and so much more."

Why did you choose to do an apprenticeship?

"I was recommended to do the apprenticeship for my own personal development, so I decided to go for it. I began my Level 3 ILM Management course in the middle of 2019 and completed it at the end of 2021. We were in lockdown during this time, so I was having difficulty keeping up with the course. I would not have persevered if I had not received the support that I did during my apprenticeship."

What have you gained from it?

“Apprenticeships open your eyes to different perspectives. I gained so many valuable skills, from time management to thinking like a leader, and I believe that they really help you develop by giving you the opportunity to try new things. The best thing I learnt from the course was how to apply all of these skills in my current job."

What advice would you give to anyone considering an apprenticeship?

“I would definitely recommend doing an apprenticeship to anyone who is looking to develop and upskill in their roles. My advice is to be dedicated and determined when completing it; there is no shame in asking for help if you are struggling.”

Did you know 82% of apprentices said their apprenticeship had improved their ability to do the job while 79% said their career prospects had improved?