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Software Developer Review

at Sky

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Osterley

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
As a Software Developer apprentice, my role consists of creating and testing high-quality code. At sky we use numerous programming languages and software development tools.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love it, especially in the environment I'm in at Sky. I feel like Im playing a game at times. As Im always problem solving and when finding the solution it feels like I'm completing something and going onto the next problem.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes as we learn a lot of different tech stacks Im learning a lot of new languages. And the languages that I knew prior, im now better at.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well organised. Both my apprenticeship organisers and Sky work hand in hand making our lives way easier by structuring a plan for our whole apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a load of support. At Sky there are so many people around you to help you through this process of completing your apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Im receiving a lot of support from my training providers. Any questions I have they're able to answer and I can always book a call with them if I need them urgently. They make time for me and the rest of the apprentices.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Sky to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Everything about it is amazing, it doesnt feel like you're working an office job at times. This is because its more of a big community that are all willing to help each other to get a task done.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Sky?
Be confident, Be yourself. Sky want to see your personality. Also show the willingness to learn!
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