Software Tester Apprentice Review
at Origin8tive
Level 4/5 Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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
Involved heavily in customer projects with a lot of my time spent writing automated test scripts and working with the AWS cloud
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Thorughly enjoyed my apprenticeship and learned a lot along the way
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Expanded my skills and certification portfolio massively now having achieved AWS certified cloud practitioner and ISTQB CTFL
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The program has allowed me gather all required portfolio evidence early and go into my apprenticeship gateway way before the due date
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Received all the support needed and help was always available when required
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The off the job college sessions were helpful for finalising my portfolio and the core knowledge of my course
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Definitely as im much more independent in my role now as i have developed my skills so require less assistance with tasks.
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
We have work socials a handful of times each year which are nice to boost team morale
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Origin8tive to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Friendly environment that supports you to grow and learn with all the support you require
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Origin8tive?
Build a good profile presence and connection portfolio on linkedin to gain a slight edge on ceompetition
