Education Resourcer Review

by Hays

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Rating

4.7/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.6
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • I have thoroughly enjoyed my placement with Hays. I have had so many opportunities to develop my skills and grow as a person whilst on placement. I will always value the experience and relationships I have built whilst with Hays.

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

    • I was treated like a permanent member of staff and included in all work and social events. They always acknowlegded my hard work and commitment - the culture of the company is brilliant, everyone celebrates each others success.

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

    • Whilst on placement I was guided by the office manager and my mentor, both were extremely helpful. Whenever I had a question or query they always helped and assisted in the best way they could. Time was always set aside by both to discuss how I was doing and how to improve.

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

    • I was very busy on a daily basis, but I enjoyed being busy, although it was very important to be organised. I had a lot of deadlines to work to and it was crucial that I met them. I was never sat watching the clock, there was always something else for me to do or something to do to help a colleague. No day was the same.

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

    • Although I wasn't a full consultant, I still had a lot of responsibility. I had to ensure that teacher and teaching assistants were cleared to work in schools. I had my own portfolio of candidates that I was responsible for interviewing, clearing and getting DBS checked. I was also given the chance to help recruit for our internship for this year!

    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 have gained and developed skills that I will continue to use for the rest of my life. Professionally and personally I am in a position that I wouldn't have been in without my placement at Hays.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere in my office was brilliant. I was in an office of about 15 people, so it was quite small compared to others, but everyone got on really well. Hays also promotes a very work hard, play hard atmosphere and that was definitely the case in my office.

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

    • Hays are known for its well-structured internship and training that goes along with it and deservedly so. I always some kind of guidance to follow that was extremely helpful and the quarterly reviews were extremely valuable

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

    • I was sent on training courses throughout my time on placement that allowed me to become more productive and develop skills that I wasn't as competent in. Also, because I was chosen to be a Talent Scout for Yorkshire and the North East I had to opportunity to travel down to London and have formal traning with the Head of Internal Recruitment which what a brilliant experience.

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

    • National Travel

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • There are many opportunities to return to the company as a consultant in different locations and departments. I have a job to return to after graduation if I want to.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I was the only intern in the office, but there was a great social scene amongst everyone outside of work.

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

    • I lived and worked in Hull, which is a very cheap place to live so money was never an issue. Hull isn't the most lively place in the world, but it does have a few gems.

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

    • The night life is very good if you know where to go.

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

    • Everyone in the office was always willing to do something after work or on a weekend.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Recruitment

Yorkshire and Humberside

July 2015

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