2nd Year Apprentice Award 2020 - Teya Agnese

And the winner of the 2nd year Apprentice Award goes to... Teya Agnese

We asked Teya a few questions about her Apprenticeship and winning this award...

1) What is your Apprenticeship? 

I am an Apprentice Clinical Trial Support Officer working in the Surgical Intervention Trials Unit (SITU) within the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology & Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS), whilst studying a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship with Abingdon and Witney College.

2) Can you describe some benefits of undertaking an Apprenticeship? 

Apprenticeships allow you to kick-start your dream career fresh out of school, or offers you the chance to change your career later in life whilst also earning a generous salary. Not only do you gain skills and experience within the workplace that build you up to be a confident and efficient employee, but you also gain a lot of life experience that will stay with you throughout your professions. You work closely with a brilliant team, meet a lot of friendly faces at college, through the workplace and at apprenticeship events. You have the opportunity to grow your network throughout your apprenticeship course and someone is always there to offer you support.

3) What was your reaction to winning your award? 

I am overjoyed, surprised and in the moment, had a little bit of stage nerves! Nonetheless, I am extremely grateful and it was such a great feeling to be recognised for my hard work by not only my wonderfully supportive team, but also by everyone who had a say in deciding that I would be the winner for the 2nd Year Apprentice Award. Thank you!

4) What would you recommend to anyone considering an Apprenticeship? 

I would definitely recommend an apprenticeship to everyone looking to learn valuable skills, acquire lots of experience and knowledge by being more hands-on, without gaining any student debt. The advice I would offer when you are looking for your apprenticeship is to take your time to look for a course in an area that you enjoy, or a job that you could see yourself progressing in. There are a variety of brilliant companies and training providers that offer apprenticeships, so take your time to read the job description carefully and research the company.  Once you begin your apprenticeship, you will tick off countless tasks and projects throughout the course, accomplishing numerous milestones and building your confidence in every way possible; this will be the most employable experience you can gain.

Finalists for 2nd year apprentice award 2020

Teya's department came to support her