Team Coordinator and Policy Support Officer (Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship) Review

The role involves doing 40% team coordination which involves sorting chairing rotas, updating trackers and leaves for the team, making sure that every work stream has resources and creating timelines. I also do policy supporting in analysing EU legislation and comparing it to U.K.‘s laws.

I have successfully learnt to write briefings for Ministers; how to write submissions of a potential policy ideology, but importantly, prioritising work streams.

I enjoy the exposure that the workplace gets. This is exposure to current affairs and the responsibilities that come with helping the government achieve their mandate or manifesto.

Thé programme is well organised. It timetables of what to expect, our learning logs and submissions. This helps balance both work duties and apprenticeship work.

I receive great support from my employer. They always make sure that I have all the provisions necessary to perform my work to a higher standard.

I receive good support from my providers. This is because they ensure that we have catch up sessions or regularly send emails of any changes to meetings. The transparency between myself and the providers is what gives me the support of doing well.

It exposes me to the role that I do as a team coordinator. Everything which I am currently learning is transferable to my work such as learning about safeguarding and health and safety has made me aware of what I can do to reduce the risk

Yes, there a hundreds of choices I can get involved in. I am part of both the football team of my department and also part of a mental well being group which I’m a committee for.

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It’s an amazing place to learn whilst being in the job. There are opportunities to develop your skills through taking part in learning and development courses. However, flexibility of work (home and office balance) is what makes it a joy as it increases productivity due to changing locations.

To never give up and study the civil service behaviours in order to increase the chances of being sifted. Most importantly, enjoy the proceeds of applying as it will give you a chance to broaden your thinking and reflect on your competencies.