Rating

8.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I work within risk and compliance. Here I do an array of activities ranging from BAU to project work. I manage the domain risk register, organise audit requirements such as failovers and also do adhoc work such as timesheet management and onboarding.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Many new technical and soft skills. I have greatly developed my communication skills and also learnt how to use technology tools to aid me in my job

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I really enjoy my programme, Just IT have made the course interesting and manageable whilst in full time work. Although tough at times, it is definitely rewarding.

    8/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • well structured, clear checkpoints and well organised workshops.

    9/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • From my immediate team and domain, the support is fantastic. They have gone out of their way to make this experience as pleasant as possible for me. The internal apprentice team however defintely lacks support and understanding of the challenges I have faced.

    7/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • Lot's of support, both of the last two coaches I have had from Just IT have been very supportive and readily available to help with work.

    8/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • I believe many of the soft skills I have learnt through this programme have helped me in my role as well as some of the project management methodolgies.

    7/10

  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
  • Yes, there are many networks that you can be a part of. It is a very inclusive and friendly workplace.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend Bank of England to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • The culture here is phenomenal, I really enjoy the feel when I get to work. Although the internal apprenticeship team has been a little tricky for me, overall the Bank more than makes up for this.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bank of England?
  • Go for it, it will be the best job you have. Have a good read through all of the descriptions and try to find the one that best suits you as this will be your role for the next 2 years.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Information Technology

London

April 2020


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