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Communication infrastructure technician Review

at RAF

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Armed Forces

Northallerton

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

3.4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

3/5 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
We can do small or large tasking such as fitting fibre or copper or on the rare occasions we may do service on radome or anntenas
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It’s alright just would like to be doing more jobs

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Yes I have copper installation fibre optic installation and rescue climber

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Its got good structure to the programme
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As much as I need to succeed they are always willing to help if you need it
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
They're alright
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It’s helps you understand the job better and makes you feel more confident
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Yes I get involved with the football

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend RAF to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because you do things that others don’t get the opportunity to do
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RAF?
Be organised and focused
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