Software Developer Apprentice
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Location: Manchester, M22 5LB
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Between £9,000.00 and £10,000.00 per month
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Sector: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
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Ref: VAC-00736
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Application Deadline Date: 26/11/2021
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Start Date: 06/12/2021
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday
Brief Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious apprentice to forge a career for themselves in software development.
Our client, based in Manchester offer support to their customers by handling all their claim needs as a legal marketing company.
Qualifications Required
? 5 A*-C (9-4) GCSEs or Equivalent
Personal Qualities
? Good IT skills
? Knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel and Google Sheets
? Computer literate
? Good literacy and writing skills
? Creative flair and able to use own initiative
Skills Required
? Comfortable with using initiative to solve problems using technology
? Knowledge in Python, Javascript, CSS and HTML and SQL
Training to be Provided
CORE MODULES
Computer Programming 101
Delve deep into modern programming in its various forms.
Explore desktop, web and mobile app development along with concepts such as machine learning and AI.
Databases
Gain a practical understanding of databases including design, queries, administration and maintenance.
Development Methodologies & Testing
Explore the major development methodologies such as agile and waterfall and testing techniques to understand how to develop quality software as a team.
Business Context
Understand the business context in relation to software development
Future Prospects
A full time permanent role and genuine progression for the right candidate when the apprenticeship is completed.
Vacancy Detail
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 kickstart your career!
We are looking for an enthusiastic person with a keen eye for detail and a positive attitude. Someone who is keen to show their contribution can help the team to improve still further.
We also appreciate employees who offer suggestions towards further improvement and personal development in every role. We are an expanding legal marketing company and there are always internal opportunities for future employment for the right candidates.
What will you be doing?
In this position, you'll play a key role in developing and expanding our customer facing products.
In this role you will be provided with formal training in PHP and related technologies as well as endless on the job learning.
Your day-to-day tasks will typically involve the following:
? Writing, testing, maintaining the code that supports our products.
? Expanding your knowledge in developer platforms, programming languages and frameworks.
? Supporting lead developers with key tasks or projects that align to our business? needs.
What skills and experience do you need to have?
We're interested in hearing from candidates with the following skills and experience:
? Passionate about developing a successful career in software development.
? Experience working with programming languages and developer platforms - either within education, work experience or through personal interests/hobbies.
? Confident, good communication skills and able to build and maintain strong relationships.
? Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environments
? Proactive, with the ability to quickly learn new skills.