Quality Engineer Review

by Lloyds Banking Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.5/10

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

Testing code and systems developed to ensure they are fit for use by our customers and stakeholders.

8/10

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

Developed IT skills. Developed team working and communication skills.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy it a lot as it is a flexible way of working and I am very interested in the industry in which I work in.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very organised and structured, with a clear view of how the apprenticeship is laid out and run and completed.

7/10

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

There are many different people I can ask for support during my apprenticeship, such as my line-manager, my in work or learning mentor's, and many of my colleagues are happy to support me.

9/10

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

They support me by providing me with feedback on the projects which i create, but I also have a monthly call with my learning mentor and in-work mentor to ensure I am on the right track and have ability to bring up any issues and/or questions I may have.

7/10

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

Ensures I am capable as a Quality Engineer by ensuring I understand the testing process and the different types of testing involved with it.

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.)

There are different activities that colleagues can get involved with, such as the Hackathon or the 'Make a Difference Day' which is a volunteering opportunity to give back to the wider community.

6/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a very calm and pleasant working environment with many friendly people who all want to achieve success together as a group.

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

Be comfortable and believe in your abilities as even if you are unsure there are many support resources and nobody will treat you negatively if you are unsure of something.