Mainframe Apprentice Review

by Barclays

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I work with the Mainframe by ensuring connections are maintained and kept secure.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes, the program offers many training courses for me to undertake so I am always learning new things in my job role.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy learning knew things and the degree apprenticeship allows me to develop my learning.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I would say the degree apprenticeship is well structured from an academic standpoint, in terms of work, I believe it varies depending on the workload for each team. Personally I feel that my team had a structure in place for me to develop effectively.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I have support from multiple groups of people within the company.

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Most of my tutors are happy to support and provide advice for assignments, I rarely find myself stuck for support.

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The qualification ties in with my current role within the company so it definitely helps me understand concepts that would have been difficult to understand if I did not work towards my qualification.

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.)

There are many extra-curricular activities to get involved with in the workplace.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Barclays offer a well-paid working salary while also allowing you to study during the program, this is very unique as not all companies offer an opportunity like this. Apprentices get the support they need and will develop the skills needed to be effective in their roles.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barclays?

If you like to learn new things and are prepared to put the work in. You will enjoy working for this company.