GEM Partnership has been a first-class training provider. Communication is excellent, the programme is well organised, and the support provided to both our business and apprentices has been outstanding. Our five Manufacturing Technician apprentices have flourished, and I would happily recommend GEM Partnership to any employer.
Honestly, I don't think Peter will ever realise just how much his support has meant to me throughout preparing for my EPA. From the very beginning, he believed in me at times when I really didn't believe in myself.
Peter helped me prepare for my presentation and completed three mock assessments with me. The help and guidance he has given me has been invaluable. The difference between my first mock and my final one was honestly unbelievable. I started off so nervous, doubting myself and lacking confidence, but each time Peter supported me, encouraged me and gave me honest and constructive feedback, my confidence just grew and grew.
By the end, I genuinely felt like a completely different person. I walked into my EPA feeling prepared and actually believing that I could do it, and a huge part of that is down to Peter. The confidence I gained really showed, and regardless of my final result, I am so proud of how far I have come.
Peter has honestly been amazing and I will always be so grateful for the time, patience and support he has given me. He didn't just prepare me for my EPA, he helped me believe in myself and see what I am actually capable of. I honestly can't thank him enough
Great training doesn't just develop skills—it inspires a mindset. Gem Partnership has helped our apprentices become confident, capable champions of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement, creating lasting benefits for both our people and our business. Gem Partnership has equipped our apprentices with the tools, mindset and motivation to drive continuous improvement, proving that investing in people is the first step towards building a stronger, more innovative future.
Thank you all 😄 - a huge thank you to Brett Egan who has been brilliant throughout the course. He's always been supportive, adaptable and insightful, and I couldn't have done it without him.
Ibrahim Gani
My experience with Gem throughout my apprenticeship has been excellent. I always felt supported, encouraged and guided at every stage. The communication was clear, the expectations were well explained, and I genuinely felt that my development mattered to the team. The support I received made a huge difference to my confidence and helped me achieve the best possible outcome.
I’m extremely grateful for the patience, guidance and consistency shown by everyone at Gem. Completing this apprenticeship has been a really positive experience for me, and I would absolutely recommend Gem to anyone looking to grow professionally.
I am delighted how GEM have performed throughout the 24/25 academic year. A great partnership has formed to show that good sector based provision in Manufacturing, paired with great links to local employers, leads to direct jobs for our residents!
Ahead of my EPA I thought it would be an appropriate time to discuss my course over all but more specifically my trainer.
After my previous trainers departure from GEM, I was feeling some uncertainty as it was a crucial stage in my apprenticeship (about to start my project). However, after my first session with Brett my mind was put at ease with his outstanding dedication and ability to pick up from where trainer left off. Since then, Brett has worked tirelessly to make me feel at ease, organised and prepared whilst designing my project and preparing for my EPA. I understand this is Brett's first time delivering the business admin course, which came as a shock since his knowledge and guidance has been impeccable.
As a learner, I tend to overthink and get myself into a rutt from time to time. However, Brett has been amazing at keeping my couse flowing and organised to deter me from over stressing. He is always contactable and is always polite and professional.
Overall, I have enjoyed my business admin course 🙂
I felt it was important to share my feedback for future learners and for acknowledgement of GEM employees.
Having successfully completed my apprenticeship, I can now reflect on the experience and found it highly engaging to learn about the organization I work for. Breaking the material into sections made the learning process more manageable, and I particularly appreciated gaining a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of business operations.
Completing the apprenticeship alongside my working role significantly boosted my confidence and enhanced my understanding of various tasks, enabling me to perform them more effectively as a result.
The guidance I would offer to others is to always ask questions and never hesitate to seek clarification. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, as they are a valuable part of the learning process, and you will receive the support needed to grow and improve.
As a leading manufacturing company, finding skilled talent and ensuring they are properly trained has always been a critical challenge. Partnering with GEM as our recruiting and Training provider has been a game-changer for us. From day one, they demonstrated a deep understanding of our industry’s needs.
Their customised training programs have been instrumental in quickly onboarding new hires and upskilling our existing workforce. The hands-on approach, coupled with their expertise in manufacturing-specific skills, has significantly reduced our ramp-up time and improved productivity across the board.
GEM has become a true extension of our team, and we look forward to continuing our partnership.
I've had the pleasure of working with GEM both as a candidate and now as an employer. They played a key role in helping me secure my current HR Officer position, and I was impressed by their attentiveness and professionalism throughout the process. Since joining my company; Hydram Engineering Ltd, we've continued to work closely with GEM for our recruitment needs, and they consistently provide high-quality candidates. Their dedication to understanding our requirements and sending over excellent CVs has made the hiring process much smoother. I highly recommend GEM for both job seekers and employers.
Colin Beston
The training and recruitment process was quick and easy. Any issues I've had have been sorted quickly and professionally, not that there has been many. I would definitely recommend GEM.
Lee Rathbone
Overall, really good. I've never had one problem with GEM and would definitely recommend training and recruitment with GEM.
