Our Testimonials
Hear what our apprentices have to say about our apprenticeships.
The exposure to real-world challenges and the chance to contribute meaningfully to projects has equipped me with practical skills that extend beyond the classroom.
Felicia Pieleanu from Bakkavor
“In January 2021 taking the opportunity to start my new career journey with Bakkavor I had the privilege of undergoing the Payroll Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship with MBKB, and it has been an enriching experience that surpassed my expectations.
The hands-on learning, coupled with the guidance of skilled mentors, has been instrumental in shaping my professional growth.
The exposure to real-world challenges and the chance to contribute meaningfully to projects has equipped me with practical skills that extend beyond the classroom.
Also, undertaking this apprenticeship under the guidance of my manager Sharon W. has been an incredibly positive experience. Her leadership style is a perfect blend of encouragement and support, creating a motivating work and learning environment.
I am grateful for the supportive environment and the opportunities for learning and development that MBKB has provided, laying a solid foundation for my future career.
My tutor Claire B has played a pivotal role in my educational journey, offering unwavering support and guidance.”
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Apprenticeship – Payroll Administrator
Employer – Bakkavor
Without completing my apprenticeship, I would never have even considered applying for the management role that I have gone into.
Jaye Latimer from Resq
“I started my apprenticeship while in a team leader role within my organisation when it was offered to me by one of my line managers. I’ve always been the type of person to take any opportunities that come my way having previously completed a degree in Psychology and a Masters in Forensic Psychology. These qualifications put me in good stead for completing the apprenticeship, however, even if I hadn’t had these experiences, MBKB made the process so seamless and easy to understand that I’m sure I would have passed with flying colours. From completing my apprentice, I’ve gained a promotion within my organisation and am on track to keep developing moving forward. Without completing my apprenticeship, I would never have even considered applying for the management role that I have gone into.”
About.
Apprenticeship – Team Leader / Supervisor
Employer – Resq
Learning with MBKB and having the best tutor, made it even more promising as I had someone that ensured I was able to grasp all the varying aspects of payroll and pushed me to continuously be and do my best.
Djeny Matuasilva from AS Robins LLP
“Coming into the world of payroll was something very new yet exciting.
Being given the opportunity to gain the knowledge, experience and understanding of payroll through an apprenticeship meant that I had another occasion to not only get back into education and gain more credentials but to also be in a career in which I could continuously grow.
Learning with MBKB and having the best tutor, made it even more promising as I had someone that ensured I was able to grasp all the varying aspects of payroll and pushed me to continuously be and do my best.
I would recommend anyone, wanting to go into payroll to use the opportunity to go through the route of an apprenticeship and with MBKB as it has been a real benefit for me personally and in my career.”
About.
Apprenticeship – Payroll Administrator
Employer – AS Robins LLP
I feel the apprenticeship has helped me with other sections of my career development such as writing professional reports and speaking with peers and colleagues about my work and the work my team does.
Elanor Holmes from North Yorkshire Council
“I am Elanor Holmes, I work for North Yorkshire Council and have worked in the payroll department for 7 years.
Why did you choose to do your apprenticeship? I wanted to gain further information and a qualification to hopefully further my career within a payroll service.
What are the top three benefits you have experienced, thanks to an apprenticeship? I feel more confident in my role and my knowledge. I have gained experience in sections of payroll I do not currently perform and this has helped me to feel more confident when querying issues. I feel the apprenticeship has helped me with other sections of my career development such as writing professional reports and speaking with peers and colleagues about my work and the work my team does.
What are your ambitions for your career? I hope to stay within payroll and feel this qualification has opened opportunities to me, I may not have had previously.
How have MBKB supported you in your learning? MBKB helped me from beginning to the end of my EPA. The tutors were great and supportive and answered all my questions. The supporting documents and resources were great and very helpful. The EPA made sure everything was in place and all log ins and appointments were set up.
Why would you recommend MBKB? MBKB were a brilliant company to use for my apprenticeship, they are highly knowledgeable payroll and training professionals and I am incredibly happy our company used them for this qualification.”
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Apprenticeship – Payroll Assistant Manager
Employer – North Yorkshire Council
