Software Developer Apprentice

Do you have a passion for IT and software development? Do have an interest in frontend and backend web development, whilst also having a passion for technical support and bug fixing? If so, we have a fantastic and diverse opportunity for you to join our team. Apply now! Develop, implement and maintain complete IT solutions such as networks, operating systems and applications.

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£14,000

Working week

Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Total hours per week: 40 hours a week

Expected duration

16 Months

Apprenticeship level

Advanced
Level 3 (A level)

What will the apprentice be doing?

The successful candidate will be working within our progressive software department with key duties/responsibilities below:

• Software administration
• Database administration
• Website administration; updating the company website
• Front end and back-end web development
• Technical support for users and customers
• Error, bug fixing and stress testing
• Supporting the department and business in bespoke app development

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

On the apprentice’s successful completion of the end point assessment, the apprentice will receive the following:

Level 3 IT Solutions Technician Apprenticeship Certification
This apprenticeship is recognised for entry on to the Register of IT Technicians and those completing their apprenticeships are eligible to apply for registration.

The classroom training for the IT Solutions Technician comprises of 4 modules. The apprentice will attend the training in an online classroom with their designated JBC trainer.

When the classroom training takes place will be agreed at the Induction meeting between Employer, Apprentice and JBC Skills Trainer/Mentor. We advise a bi-monthly approach to each module.

Full days will be required on the training weeks, and the apprentice must be in a quiet, suitable environment for learning to take place.

This can either be in the workplace or at home. The class sizes are small (Max 10 learners) so that discussions and assessment can take place between apprentices, peers, and trainers.

The 4 IT Solutions Technician Modules are:

• Methodologies and Principles (5 Days)
• IT Core (5 Days)
• Software (5 Days)
• Security and Legislation (5 Days)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

May lead to a permanent position at the end of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Bug and error fixing
• Object oriented programming
• Passion for IT
• Software development

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade A - C (4 or above)) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade A - C (4 or above)) essential

Training

Training provider

JBC SKILLS TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

IT solutions technician
Level 3 (A level)

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Salary: £15,500.00-£16,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Northants, NN10 9LU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work Location: One location