Involvement Business Administrator Review
at Devon County Council
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Exeter
Review Submitted: March 2024
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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 support my team by managing general admin tasks that include monitoring ingoing/outgoing emails, drafting emails, regular updating our webpages and updating databases.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Really can't praise it more, love being an apprentice.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt many skills during my time as an apprentice, including juggling multiple projects at and being able to track individual progress for each one.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Really well done, I like the layout of the work that needs to be done but also the flexibility in how/when it can be done.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I know I can approach my employer at any time if I need support and I know it will be a priority on their list to support me with whatever work needs to be done.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
We have regular contact, my tutor sets me a handful of pieces of work to complete between our next tutor session but she is quick at responding with any questions or enquires I may have with my set work.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Gives a greater depth and background understanding on the work I contribute and produce within my team.
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
We have regular apprentice network training sessions where you can meet with other apprentices and learn new skills together.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Devon County Council to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Was the best decision I made applying for this apprenticeship within Devon County Council, it has grown my confidence and I have learnt so many new things that I can apply in my future career development.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Devon County Council?
Sign up for any training, network, engagement session you can as you can learn so much with each session you attend, learn more about the council and meet new people; even if the session may not relate to your role.
