network and security apprentice Review
at Softcat
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Marketing
Manchester
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
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
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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
On a day to day basis I complete studying sessions, shadow current employees and work on apprenticeship projects.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
I enjoy the interactive parts of my programme however the studying side is boring.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned a lot. I learned how a network works, what security and firewalls to implement into an IT infrastructure. I have learned how to communicate in an office environment and what is accepted and what isnt.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme is quite organised and there are things for us to do constantly.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support from other is constant and helpful. Everyone helps you if possible.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
from what i have seen so far, the training providers are helpful and explain things well.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It helps me articulate words better through completing projects.
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
Yes
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Softcat to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Everyone is friendly, and it seems like a fair place to work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Softcat?
Be willing and don't be the 'class clown'
