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Department for Work and Pensions

Criminal Investigator Review

at Department for Work and Pensions

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Newcastle upon Tyne

Review Submitted: February 2025

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - 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
INVESTIGATING ALLEGATIONS AND CASES RELATING TO ORGANISED BENEFIT FRAUD
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy every day

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
How to keep an unbiased mindset and the legislation relating to prosecutions

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very structured - advance notice of days needed to attend webinars/in house days
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
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.)
3/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Department for Work and Pensions to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Disability and family friendly, flexible working and hybrid working
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Department for Work and Pensions?
research the job role before applying so you understand exactly what you are applying for
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