Technology Apprentice Review
at NatWest Group
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Edinburgh
Review Submitted: June 2020
Overall Rating
4.1 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I work in Governance and controls, I am the records management champion, I do change management and I am the Business Continuity representative.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy the programme, especially the face-to-face/webinar training as you not only gain the knowledge but you have the chance to put your knowledge to use and to the test
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt new skills and developed existing skills, I have learnt a lot about IT, business continuity, risk and governance
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
Sadly the first year was poorly organised and there is quite a lot of room for improvement, the second year has been better but still lacks a lot of structure.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive great support, I am allowed to work on my coursework and complete everything with the employers collaboration
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have received excellent support from BPP, they have facilitated my learning and have been very understanding with my limitations, 5 stars for them
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
In the current job that I am in, it has helped me understand the different IT specialities and it has helped me perform my job better, I am not on a technical role but I have learnt q lot with the programme
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are many extra-curricular activities to get involved in at my work, I currently am involved with the Coding Club for Kids and I am working with several networks.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because the employer is a great place to work and provides excellent support, amazing career prospects and provides a very inclusive environment,
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest Group?
Follow your passion, you can start at the bottom but you will have so many opportunities to develop and grow your career.
