Marketing Apprentice Review

Item: Marketing Apprentice at Softcat
Rating: 9.1
Author: Anonymous

by Softcat

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

I am a Marketing Apprentice at Softcat. I work as the admin backbone for my team, and shadow the different departments within the Marketing team. I also get to speak to Vendors and help plan/attend big events that allow me to network.

9/10

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

I have learnt how to manage my time effectively, which helps me get my work done to a high standard. I have also learnt how to grow my networks and speak to people internally and externally to a professional standard.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have really enjoyed my time at Softcat so far. I have been pushed out of comfort zone, which is challenging, but also have been really beneficial for my personal development within my career. Overall this has been a positive experience that I look forward to continuing.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

In terms of my training programme, I think it is well structed. We have weekly tasks we need to complete, plus workshops we do in person or over teams. I think having the in person workshops really help us be more interactive, this is my preferred way of learning.

9/10

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

My manager and team are extremely supportive of me within my role. I feel as if I can talk to anyone if I have any questions, which is extremely important to me. My manager supports me in my apprentice work and makes sure not to overload me with work.

10/10

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

Corndel are very helpful and easy to reach. When I have a problem or a question I have no hesitation to reach out for help. The one to one sessions are very effective for me as I can go through my weekly tasks with them and receive advice.

9/10

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

Going through my training programme alongside working helps me understand factors of my job not I may not know about. It also allows me to share some of these tools I've learnt with my team.

9/10

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.)

Yes, there is loads of groups you can join at Softcat. Currently I am not apart of one of these groups, but I am interested in joining Women in Business and the Pride Network.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Softcat to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Its a great workplace where you can be 100% yourself. You have countless opportunities to grow in you career. You also are really cared for by your team and fellow employees.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Softcat?

Be yourself! Show them how you demonstrate the Softcat Values in your day to day life.