beauty therapist Review

by Superdrug

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Rating

2.6/5
  • The Role
    2.9
  • The Company
    2.3
  • The Culture
    2.6

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • it was a good experience. i met alot of different types of people.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • well the job i did was a one person job so others were not too involved with my jobs.

    3/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • i was given a two day training period which taught me everything i needed to know.

    4/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • very busy, as i was the only beauty therapist on the floor.

    1/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • a lot, meaning i had to set up my section and close down myself at the end of the day.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • i learned to become a lot more confident and work under pressure and make the most of my time.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • it was good at times, but when it got very busy staff did get tired and didn't look so happy.

    2/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • It had everything in place. staff badge was ready for me and so was my work place and uniform.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • this is due to already knowing how to do most of the tasks which were undertaken during this role, but my management skills definitely improved.

    2/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • i would not think there is a lot to do for a beauty therapist in the organisation, as you just stay in the same place but only get to train others.

    2/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • yes they were polite.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • very cheap. i knew the place quite well so knew the cheaper places and could afford it.

    5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • it was ok. i didnt go out much as i had to go work early in the morning.

    2/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • not really.

    1/5
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West Midlands

August 2012

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