Software Developer Apprentice

  • Location: Lee On Solent, PO13 9FX
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary:
  • Sector: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
  • Ref: VAC-00384
  • Application Deadline Date: 28/08/2020
  • Start Date: 07/09/2020
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: 37.5 hours per week

Brief Description

Do you have a passion for IT and software? Do you enjoy building apps, constructing websites or using code? Then this might just be the perfect position for you to kick start your career!

Qualifications Required

To be considered for this role, you ideally would hold a C/4 grade in both GCSE Math?s & English, and in three or four other subjects. You would look to have gained a GCSE/BTEC/A Level in IT or have some hands-on experience with the workings of computers and IT/Software.

Personal Qualities

The company require a bright, enthusiastic and hard-working individual with a genuine desire to learn and to build a career. The company are looking for someone with a positive, highly self-motivating, can-do attitude from someone who isn?t afraid to ask questions.

Skills Required

? Good communication skills
? Proactive
? Enthusiastic
? Good at problem solving
? Logical thinker
? Likes a challenge

Training to be Provided

You will be enrolled onto the award-winning Microsoft Partner Apprenticeship Programme. The Software Developer (Level 3) apprenticeship contains the following knowledge modules and Microsoft Technological Associate (MTA) certi?cations:

? Software Development Context & Methodologies
? Programming
? MTA Software Development Fundamentals (C#)
? MTA Database Fundamentals

You will attend 3 training courses to help you pass the exams for the 2 knowledge modules and the MTA:
? Software Development Context & Methodologies
? Programming Using C#
? Database Fundamentals

These qualifications are globally recognised industry certifications and form the significant building block of software development knowledge for anybody looking to start a career in software development.

Vacancy Detail

We are looking for a technically savvy and resourceful apprentice to join the innovative and exciting world of software and web development.

As a Level 3 Software Developer Apprentice, you will be undertaking a recognised apprenticeship qualification, including Microsoft certifications, at the same time as working as part of the company?s software development team.
You?ll work as part of our team to learn about the latest technologies the company uses to deliver what they need, including C#, Java Script and HTML to name a few.
You will be assisting with projects and gaining on the job knowledge whilst gaining a qualification.

The candidate will be able to learn and pick up an entirely new skill. Filling the role of an interactive software developer, they will be working in a team of four other developers to work with new clients, creating interactive experiences. The other part of the role would be to update and maintain WordPress websites.
As a Microsoft Software Developer Apprentice your main role and responsibilities will include:
? Writing new code
? Software testing
? Updating existing websites
? Managing client enquiries.
Throughout the duration of the apprenticeship, you will receive Microsoft training and accreditation through blended learning. This combines online technical training within a virtual classroom, as well as real-world and practical experience with your employer. The certifications you gain are highly respected and globally recognised. The skills, knowledge and experience you will gain whilst on the programme are invaluable. Giving you the best possible start in your professional career within the IT sector.

About the Company
With a combined 20 years? worth of experience and knowledge across a wide range of services and industries, businesses can rest assured that our employer can get the job done when it comes to their digital signage. Whether this is across Education, Corporate & Business, Marketing & Exhibitions, Retail & High Street, Resellers & Trade, Restaurants & Bars, Government & Military, Construction & Design, Medical, Transport, Broadcast or Museums, their team of software developers and graphic designers assist in crafting an intuitive and creative look and feel for their customer?s software solutions. They pride themselves on their speed and attention to detail - With an average development time of 5 days, they can create innovative software in record time, keeping costs low and customers satisfied. Their interactive software works best on their very own interactive hardware - they provide the complete solution! Clients remain in the loop throughout the entire process and have an active part in the look and feel of the final product.

Perks of working for this company include job satisfaction at seeing projects completed, a half an hour earlier finish on a Friday and dress down on Fridays too!

Other Information

Location: Lee on the Solent, PO13
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5pm
Wage: Between ?156 - ?175 per week

This apprenticeship has expired