People Apprentice Review
at Sage (UK) Ltd
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: April 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 am based in the People Services team, on a day to day basis myself and my colleague look after everything absences, including Maternity, Paternity, sick leave etc. On top of looking after absences I look after the Apprenticeship levy, I make sure all the payments are correct, chase providers if they haven't taken payments or if they have taken too much and also forecast to project how much money we are taking out each month.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy the apprenticeship programme, I always knew I wanted to study business at college. Whilst I was at college the modules that really stood out for me was Human Resources.
The apprenticeship programme at Sage was the best decision I made, I have gained so much knowledge on my journey as a People Apprentice.
The apprenticeship programme at Sage was the best decision I made, I have gained so much knowledge on my journey as a People Apprentice.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
When I started Sage I struggled with my confidence within the workplace, I went from in the first couple of months not picking up the phone to queries to leading phone interviews daily.
I received coaching from my colleagues and line managers to improve my confidence, this really has helped me on my journey with Sage.
I received coaching from my colleagues and line managers to improve my confidence, this really has helped me on my journey with Sage.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I have completed one apprenticeship which was a HR Support Level 3, this wasn't the most organised program as it was a third party provider however, I gained a lot of knowledge and I passed my apprenticeship.
I am now doing my HR Consultant Partner Level 5, I am really enjoying this, this is a lot more organised than my first.
I am now doing my HR Consultant Partner Level 5, I am really enjoying this, this is a lot more organised than my first.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive plenty of support from my employer, I really feel as though Sage really care about their employees.
I believe that Sage provide so many opportunities to grow and develop within their time at Sage.
I have weekly one to one's with my line manager and my team and manager are always there if I have any queries etc.
I believe that Sage provide so many opportunities to grow and develop within their time at Sage.
I have weekly one to one's with my line manager and my team and manager are always there if I have any queries etc.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
With my first qualification I got some support but I think this could of been improved.
Once I changed providers for my Level 5 the support I receive is totally up to scratch. If I ever have a query I always get a quick response, I also have at least one 1-1 per month.
Once I changed providers for my Level 5 the support I receive is totally up to scratch. If I ever have a query I always get a quick response, I also have at least one 1-1 per month.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I believe both of my apprenticeships have given me knowledge not just within the teams I have been apart of but in HR as a whole.
I have been in more specialist teams within my time at Sage for example, Talent and Early Careers therefore, learning about general Human Resources really interests me and it has helped me perform better in my new role in People Services.
I have been in more specialist teams within my time at Sage for example, Talent and Early Careers therefore, learning about general Human Resources really interests me and it has helped me perform better in my new role in People Services.
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 am part of the Sage Belong Champions team which is where we all get together and talk about Diversity and Inclusion, we ensure we try and make Sage as equal as possible. We also make sure to promote different events that go on in the D&I world for example, Pride at Sage, health and wellbeing month etc.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Sage (UK) Ltd to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend Sage to a friend as I really enjoy working for Sage, I believe all of the employees are very friendly. Sage encourages all employees to grow and develop within and outside of their work life. Sage also has a very positive and diverse culture and I look forward to coming into work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Sage (UK) Ltd?
The best tip/advice I can give you is to be yourself and be honest for what you want out of the apprenticeship. If you are honest about why you would like the job and where you would like to grow and develop Sage will help you achieve your goal.
