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Softcat

Service desk analyst Review

at Softcat

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Customer Service

Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

5 /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
5/5 - 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
1st Line service desk - being the first point of contact for any support related incidents with our customers. I deal with initial troubleshooting, as well as liaising between vendors and customers to solve their problems
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Foundational IT knowledge.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Great
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As much support as I need - the employer puts me on training programs and pays for any exams I wish to take.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Lots.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Helps gain a more holistic view of 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.)
5/5
Yes, lots of activities, events, charities etc.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Softcat to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great company and great opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Softcat?
Understand the company values.
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