Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Development and maintenance of new and existing systems, with a focus on the server-side. Usually work solo or with my small development team on projects. Responsible for the software I build and ensure that it continues to function properly.

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have gone from only being able to make a console app to building SPAs, monitoring tools, message decoding and more. I have learnt a lot about the fundamentals of software development.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The content was okay at best, I felt as though it would have greatly benefitted from much more practical and team work as to consolidate the covered material.

    6/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • I felt as though it was well structured as the provided modules had a clear focus. These were always mixed in with some soft skills and other content to further broaden my skillset. The modules themselves were split up into Discover, Practise and Apply tasks to help clarify the goal of each stage.

    8/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I received as much as I asked for, which I found to be extremely helpful. My manager always chose projects for me that were challenging but not too difficult so I could efficiently progress in my career.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • A DLC (designated learning consultant) is assigned to each learner, which allows for effective and personalised support catering to the needs of each student. There is also 24 hour support available within their learning platform and plenty of material designed for the purpose of answering common questions.

    9/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • I feel as though it has given me confidence and motivation to perform better.

    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.)
  • We have company briefings that are followed by a social evenings.

    8/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend CMS SupaTrak to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a great environment to learn and flourish as a software developer. Management is great and the technical team are experienced, professional and are always willing to help and answer questions.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to CMS SupaTrak?
  • Show that you are motivated and willing to learn, a little prior learning goes a long way.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Swindon, Wiltshire

March 2024

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