Data science apprentice Review

Up to this point, I have been carrying out training to bring me up to the right level of coding ability that I require for certain tasks. I am currently working on a project for another team to automate one of their tasks and make the task more time efficient.

I have acquired many new skills since I began this apprenticeship that are helping me in my current role to improve the efficiency of the tasks I perform. I am always learning new skills and always have the opportunity and time to learn new things at work to better myself.

I really enjoy my programme as I get enough time to be part of my team and complete work based tasks and projects but I also have enough time to concentrate on my University work. This means I can revise topics from my contacts blocks and make sure I fully understand.

My programme is very well organised, giving me enough time to complete each task and also having some spare time to use to improve my knowledge. I have a set amount of time to complete my Uni work which is also matched by the University who understand that we have limited time.

I receive enough support from my employer and my colleagues in my work on the job ad also related to my wellbeing. I have a work based mentor who guides my outside of my role and I also have a mentor on my team who is able to help me with any work queries.

I receive any support I need to complete tasks and work set by the University as I have 20% of my time on the job set aside for my Uni work. I am also able to ask for any support from my colleagues if they have the knowledge or reach out to any other staff.

My qualification helps my role as it is directly linked to the qualification. I am learning coding techniques in university which I will be able to apply to my work whenever the topic is relevant. There are also other modules that are useful for background knowledge behind the codes that I use.

There are many different things to get involved in, in the workplace during the year that are suitable for many different people. There is a staff association that holds events, draws and discounts on certain external events for staff to become a part of within the society. This also brings the society together.

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As a first job, coming straight from sixth form, the society has been very welcoming and accepting on the situation, helping me learn at my own pace. I would recommend this to others as the society provides anything needed to start the role and provides lot's of support to all staff.

I would ensure that they ask enough questions about the role and know what they are applying for at the time. There are lot's of opportunities to move around the business if the role isn't right but it would be much more efficient if the first role is suitable to what they want.