Education Assistant Review

by University of Oxford

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Along with my line manager, I provide support to both undergraduate medical students and post graduate research students. This involves planning a detailed lecture course and clinical placement for the undergraduates and supporting postgraduates with all their paperwork for all milestones and carrying out the admissions and induction process.

10/10

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

I have developed many skills during my apprenticeship including improving my email etiquette, in person communication and planning and organising skills. I have also developed my knowledge in many different IT packages including word, excel, teams and outlook.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoyed my apprenticeship programme! The support was fabulous!

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The organisation and structure of my apprenticeship was exceptional! I went into college one day a week for 10 days then the rest of my apprenticeship was independant study with support from my assessor. I found this structure perfect for my style of learning!

10/10

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

I received lots of support from my employer! They offer so many different types of support including a buddy scheme where a current/past apprentice is assigned to you and is a friendly face who offers lots of help and advice.

10/10

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

My training provider, in particular my assesor, provided so much support throughout my apprenticeship! They provided support with all my learning and coursework and provided so many resources.

10/10

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

I think my qualification has given a great overall understanding of business which can be used acrossed many different roles. Completing my coursework has allowed to learn things about my business/department that I wouldnt otherwise know.

10/10

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.)

My deparyment and the central university apprenticeship team offers many social and networking events. I have been to many of these and have thoroughly enjoyed them all!

10/10

9a. Would you recommend University of Oxford to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

There are so many amazing aspects to working at The University of Oxford! The University provides amazing support to their staff, they offer so many opportunities and immensely encourage professional and personal growth. The generous holiday entitlement is also great!

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to University of Oxford?

Apply as soon as possible! It was one of the best decisions I have made. Even it if it isnt exaclty the job you were looking for it will be a great starting position and you may love it more than you realise.