Automation Tester Review

by Barclays

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Writing automation test scripts using Java and Cucumber tool. Collaborating with other members of the SDLC including developers, product owner, project manager and business analysts. Working in an agile environments I am currently working on a project for Barclays Mortgages department.

10/10

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

Learned coding skills, learned about SDLC and the different methadologies, learned about cyber security and also the importance of testing early.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Thoroughly enjoyed learning from scratch and attending courses to gain knowledge whilst also learning on the job.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Programme is well structured with clear timelines on how you will progress in the apprenticeship

10/10

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

Employer was very supportive and always made sure I had all the tools and time needed to be able to work on my apprenticeship. They also supported me with learning and were patient in helping bring me up to speed.

10/10

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

Training provider was great in pushing the exams and making sure I got my necessary qualifications. They were clear in what the expectations are and what I needed to do to ensure I was successful.

10/10

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

I learned the foundations of the testing role through completing my qualifications and this ensured I had a good base knowledge to perform well in the role.

10/10

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 multiple clubs and groups that you can join such as sports, gaming and fit clubs.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are keen to push your development and really help and listen to your career aspirations. There are great apprentice schemes which have really jump started my career

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

Be honest about your skills and values. Make sure you understand the Barclays Mindset and Values and compare that to your own.