T Level Placement Review

by Lloyds Banking Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

I’m doing a software engineering type job, which involves a lot of testing and quality engineering, as well as creating and automating tests.

10/10

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

JavaScript skills, communication and I have gained a lot of confidence. I have also learned to be more collaborative when working in a team.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it very much, I enjoy the freedom and independence. I have had the chance to prove my self by being responsible which makes me feel more confident.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It’s very organised and structured, even when changes are made the changes are small and I am immediately informed about it.

10/10

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

A lot

10/10

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

Not a lot to be perfectly honest, my teacher barely does anything, half of the time he’s fixing one of his instruments while we are confused.

3/10

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

Not at all, I have not been taught anything good by Calderdale college to be perfectly fair. But the opportunity to work at lloyds is superb.

3/10

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.)

Not that I know of, however I have heard about networking events but have not been invited to any so far.

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Lloyds Banking Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because it’s a great opportunity to start your career

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Lloyds Banking Group?

Be confident, don’t be afraid to speak up and ask questions. People are more relatable to you than you think.