Senior Officer Review

by Home Office

Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Senior Officer responsible for national team tasked with intervention of criminal activities at the border.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Various leadership skills picked up that can be applied in my daily role.

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I’ve found it enjoyable and thought-provoking.

    7/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well - the Skills Coaches have been excellent in structuring how I have worked through the programme.

    9/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • My line manager has provided excellent support throughout.

    9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • My training provider has been available throughout in order to advise and educate.

    8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • That remains to be seen.

    8/10
  • 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, I run the regional sports events.

    9/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Home Office to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Rewarding work in the national interest.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Home Office?

    • Be prepared to work hard, act professionally, learn from those with experience, and listen.

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Security

Dover

April 2023

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