Org Management & Data Team Leader Review
at Barnsley Council
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Human Resources
Barnsley, South Yorkshire
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!
4.5/5
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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
I manage a team that maintains the organisation structure on the HR & Finance system, generates Employment contracts, and produces HR analytical data.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoyed the programme as previously mentioned I was learning skills which I was able to practically apply in real time, so it gave me the knowledge of the skills I was applying. The main challenge was completing all of the assignment work alongside a full time role which perhaps changes my score from being higher.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I've developed lots of new skills on the programme. As I took up a management role during the programme I was able to apply the skills I was learning about in real time.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I believe the programme was structure well for the module section of the programme, providing taught sessions, reading materials, and video guides. I found the project section of the programme challenging in terms of the structure as there wasn't as much guidance available and assistance at this stage due to being through gateway.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received a lot of support from my employer as I was firstly given the opportunity to manage an apprentice at the start of the programme which gave me a lot of evidence towards my assignments. A few months into the programme I was successful in getting a new role in the team which gave me more management responsibilities which also helped support my assignment work
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
As previously mentioned I feel the support from the training provider was good throughout the module section of the qualification as there were lots of materials for students to work from. We also had a tutor which I had regular communication with. The support after reaching gateway was limited as previously mentioned
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It 100% helped me in my role especially as I was new to a management role whilst undertaking this management qualification. I was able to apply things I had learnt from the modules, and also self-reflect on things I had done and relate these back to written assignment work.
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
Yes, these may vary depending on which department within the organisation you work within.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Barnsley Council to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I joined Barnsley Council straight after college as an apprentice and have been able to develop my skills, undertake multiple qualifications, take on new job roles, and have been supported along this journey.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barnsley Council?
Sign up for Job Alerts on the Barnsley Council Jobs page, and ensure you read the Job Profile of the role your applying for.
