Project Manager Review
at Department for Work and Pensions
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: February 2025
Overall Rating
4.7 /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
4.2/5
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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
Project Management and Project Delivery
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very much. It is a challenge finding the right work/study/life balance but my employers are very supportive
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Lots. I have worked in projects for around 15 years but the learning is helping me understand why we do what we do and what the processes mean
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Quite, lots of recognised APM processes being followed
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employers are very invested in my wellbeing and professional development, so receive a significant amount of support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
A reasonable amount, tutors and skills coaches are available when required
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel that my qualification is allowing me to bring what I have learned back into my work and tighten up existing or suggest better ways of working
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Yes, various recreational sporting clubs, support groups
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Department for Work and Pensions to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A very supportive employer who cares about and values their staff
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Department for Work and Pensions?
Go for it and don't be afraid to be who you are. DWP is an extremely welcoming and diverse employer
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