We think she is an inspiration to anyone considering an engineering apprenticeship. Here Bailey tells us a little about her experience.
“I completed one year at Sixth Form and decided I needed a change from classroom learning. An apprenticeship with hands-on learning was far more appealing, so I applied to MGTS and secured a Manufacturing Apprentice position with Amtico.
At first I did stress about the academic side, not knowing if I was smart enough or good enough but the support from MGTS tutors and my fellow apprentices helped immensely.
“Having previously struggled with Maths I knew that the BTEC element would be difficult, but I persevered and challenged myself to complete a HNC in Engineering, which I passed with a Distinction in Maths.
My apprenticeship has taught me many skills including time-management and organisation, but the main area of improvement has been communication.
By gaining experience in many different departments at Amtico (Health & Safety, CAD, Quality, Manufacturing, Despatch, Engineering, Logistics) I have been able to develop both my verbal communication skills and report writing. These skills have transferred to my personal life. Alongside training young female footballers, I write Match Reports after every football game I take part in for Rugby Borough Women’s team, which are published in the local paper.
Taking on this apprenticeship has been the best decision I have made so far in my life. I am now career driven with goals and ambitions set for the future. I am a full-time Engineering Project Technician, a part of the Engineering Council and an Engineering Technician member of the IET.
I would like to say thank you to MGTS and Amtico for the support they have provided to get me to where I am today.”
Congratulations on your achievements Bailey!
Visit https://www.mgts.co.uk/apprenticeships/ to find out more.
