Project support lead Review
at Vodafone
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Operations, Information Technology
Newbury, Berkshire
Review Submitted: March 2021
Overall Rating
4.8 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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:
5/5
I was a Transmission Engineer who's primary focus was logically building Netwokrs RAN Sites and onboarding new projects.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoyed my programme and the people I met.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt CCNA and some key cisco networking skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The whole programme was very structured and organised. I always knew what topics and assigments were next and how this related to BAU for me.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received all the support I needed. It was standard to have 1 day per week on Apprenticeship tasks / assignments.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I never received any extra tuition however the standard of teaching was perfectly acceptable. All the tutors were very knowledgeable in their field.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I have now since moved role however it has given me a much better business grounding which has translated into my new role.
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
I was involved in the Corporate Games through Vodafone which was brilliant, new initiatives such as "F**k up Nights" in which they bring in external supplier to talk about mistakes and how we have to grow from them.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Vodafone to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I truly believe this is a brilliant company, the culture it's built only inspires me to work harder and want to continue my journey at VF.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Vodafone?
Apply early ;)
