Recruitment Officer Review
at Department for Education
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Human Resources
Darlington
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /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
4.2/5
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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
Working within the Recruitment team for the Department for Education. Dealing with external, internal and OGD transfers and promotions. Issuing salary calculations and contracts to all new starters. Ensuring they are added to the Departments payroll system and authorise all IT requests.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Very much so, the coursework was my favourite - I enjoyed the research and extra reading given. The CIPD website is vital!
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I have become more confident when dealing with the wider HR teams, as a result of completing this apprenticeship. It's given me a more rounded understanding of HR on a whole.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised. The Department themselves (DfE) have a wonderfully supportive Apprenticeship team - with regular contact, webinars and catch ups for support.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Both the Apprenticeship team at DfE and my line manager were very supportive. They ensured I was able to take my 20% OTJ time and helped me with any queries or additional information needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Be Pro - was OK as a training provider. They changed staff regularly, so I did have various mentors, coaches and tutors - which wasn't ideal.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It gives me a better understanding of HR on a whole - in the wider business.
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
Yes - We have various social networks and regular charity events/socials that staff can attend.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Department for Education to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Supportive line managers, Education and Apprenticeship opportunities to progress in your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Department for Education?
Look at career opportunities and how you can progress in your role/future role.
