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Department for Work and Pensions

SeniorData Analyst Review

at Department for Work and Pensions

Degree Apprenticeship

Finance

Blackpool, Lancashire

Review Submitted: February 2025

Overall Rating

3 /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!

1.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
2/5
Data analysis and Administration for Contracted Health and Employment
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
1/5
difficulties in communication with the school
Workload around 25-30 hours per week on top of a full time role

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes many in the managerial area

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
Many changes and miscommunication.
Planning is poor as hours set are far beyond that of achievable expectations
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
good support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
some but restricted time due to the amount of course administration required
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Very suitable to the role
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
Lots of options but not a possibility with the workload

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Department for Work and Pensions to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Consistency across the board wherever you work. Good benefits pension, salary, flexible working
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Department for Work and Pensions?
Be honest - at interview show your potential for the role and do not try and overstate capability
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