Rating
- 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
- 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
- 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
- 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
- 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
- 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
- 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
- 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.)
- 9a. Would you recommend The AA to a friend?
- 9b. Why?
- 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The AA?
My role involves doing risk assessments, cyber awareness campaigns, phishing simulations, project security consultations, reporting metrics, third party due diligence, presentations.
Yes, I've learnt many new skills including analysing projects and third party security maturity. I've improved my presentation skills and have a better understanding of reporting requirements.
I enjoy it very much.
Well structured. I think the alternating tasks/reports, lessons and simulations are a good way to build up knowledge and skills.
I have always been supported by my boss and he goes above and beyond to assist me with my progression.
I am offered a good level of support from my training provider and feel I can receive assistance where required.
It has exposed me to new areas of knowledge and experience to aid in my role progression.
We are encouraged to go to networking events and have social activities at work. I am pleased with the balance.
Yes
The culture of the AA is really good and supportive. Everyone is very respectful and you feel like you can progress in the company.
Do your research on the company as we provide many services outside of Road Assistance. Be a self starter and proactive.
Details
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Cyber Security
Basingstoke
March 2024