Cyber Security Apprentice Review
at City & Guilds
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Workington
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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:
4/5
My role as a cyber security apprentice consists mainly of security governance. I am involved in work towards organisation security accreditations. Providing guidance to staff, updating security policies and much more.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
My programme is interesting and enjoyable.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have had the opportunity to get involved in lots of different work and learn / develop skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Well structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer helps with anything I ask
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The support is there if you ask for it
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend City & Guilds to a friend?
Yes
Why?
An overall good employer that offers a lot of flexibility around how and when you work. In my role I have received a lot of support whenever I ask for it. My role is interesting and has developed my skills well so far.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to City & Guilds?
If you are applying for a remote position be prepared as for some working remotely can be a struggle. There is lots of change within the organisation at the moment and the communication from executives isn't always the best. However my small team is great.
