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Executive Officer Review

at Department for Work and Pensions

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Government

Edinburgh

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.9 /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
4.8/5 - 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
Reviewing claims for accuracy
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very much so

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Time management, Communication

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well-structured & organised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Very good guidance & support with managing a work/life balance
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Very supportive
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Gives me goals to achieve and pushes me to keep improving
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
Some but I'm new so I haven't taken part in any yet.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Department for Work and Pensions to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's fun & structured.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Department for Work and Pensions?
Be yourself.
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