HR Apprentice Review
at Barnsley Council
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Human Resources
Barnsley, UK
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /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
4/5
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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
My role involves assisting with different teams within the Human Resources Service Centre: Organisational Management, Employment Contracts, Recruitment & DBS.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love my course. It's engaging and full of learning opportunities.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I have learnt IT skills, people skills and the systems that BMBC use: Engage, SAP, Nakisa, Ebulk.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well organised. My manager has been clear in my development plan and I have regular one-to-ones to check on my progress.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer supports me with providing me the time to do my apprenticeship as well as further training opportunities. They are flexible with my working pattern and always on hand for support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider is good. They help when I need it and provide extra sessions for further support. I also schedule catch up meetings when I need them.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It helps me to understand the background to the organisation as well as people skills that I can use in my 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.)
1/5
No
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Barnsley Council to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a supportive and inclusive employer who have supported me in my role.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barnsley Council?
Put your all into your apprenticeship and it will be rewarding!
