Website Developer Review

by Co-op

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 work as a Website Developer for The Co-operative Electrical, my day to day roles vary as I speak with the buyers on a regular basis to find out what they want to appear on the website. I have a few tasks that i repeat daily and on-going long term projects. I also manage every image that comes onto the site to make sure it meets quality standards and to edit it if necessary.

7/10

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

I have learned a large amount of skills in this role. I can now use HTML and CSS for developing the website, a lot of experience in Photoshop. Some of the skills I have developed over this time have been prioritizing my workload and Excel skills.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have had a great time on my programme, I've met a lot of new people and it's helped transition myself from a student into a young professional.

8/10

4. How valued do you feel by Co-op?

I feel like I bring a lot to the table within my role and I've contributed a variety of good works for my department.

8/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I'd say it's pretty standard structure without many faults.

7/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

I got a lot of help from my training provider, I was able to contact them whenever I felt like it for support or advice.

9/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I have a good relationship with my managers so I can talk to them about most things. They give me all the support I need.

8/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I think it is adequate for a starting job, it covers the essentials which then provides incentive to work harder to progress.

6/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are plenty as we are in the center of a city, I moved from way down south so it was a big adjustment for me but there are so many things to help introduce you to the city here.

9/10

9. Would you recommend Co-op to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great learning place with a good environment, I had a great time which I wouldn't trade for anything.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Co-op?

Try focus on the ethics as that is a big plus to the co-op. It's not about who you are on paper, but who you are in the room when doing interviews, I had not the best CV when I applied but they saw potential which can take you a long way!