Software Development Apprenticeship

CAMBRIDGE MERIDIAN ACADEMIES TRUST

Huntingdon, PE28 5TQ

Closes in 12 days (Monday 7 October)

Posted on 16 September 2024

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Summary

As a Software Development Apprentice, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to innovative tech solutions that enhance the educational experience across our academies.

Annual wage
£13,468 a year

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Flexible working hours Childcare Account Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Eyecare Vouchers Free Flu Immunisation

Training course
Software development technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 8 October

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • To support the Development team in improving and maintaining the trusts IT systems
  • Developing, deploying and testing websites, web applications and automation tools
  • Work with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP and Power Apps
  • Primarily use Monday.com and GitHub, along with various Microsoft products
  • Identifying and resolving relevant issues such as functional errors, syntax errors, logical errors, calculation errors, unit-level bugs, and system-level bugs
  • Learn new data skills and techniques through on-the-job training and online courses

Where you’ll work

Fen Lane

Sawtry

Huntingdon

PE28 5TQ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

BALTIC TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED

Your training course

Software development technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Write simple code for discrete software components following an appropriate logical approach to agreed standards (whether web, mobile or desktop applications) under supervision
  • Apply appropriate secure development principles to specific software components at all stages of development
  • Support development of effective user interfaces
  • Make simple connections between code and defined data sources as specified
  • Test simple code and analyse results to correct errors found using unit testing under supervision
  • Conduct a range of test types under supervision , such as Functional and Non -Functional.
  • Apply structured techniques to problem solving, including carry out simple debug of code
  • Follows organisational and industry good coding practices (including for naming, commenting etc.)
  • Solve logical problems, seeking assistance when required (including appropriate mathematical application)
  • Support the creation of simple software documentation and visuals to effectivelycommunicate understanding of the program
  • Define functional and non -functional requirements such as use cases, storyboards, user stories, performance and accessibility.
  • Work within operational requirements such as health and safety, budgets, brands and normal business protocols
  • Develop user interfaces as appropriate to the organisations development standards and the type of software development being developed
  • Build scripts in line with work instructions for deployment into the relevantenvironment
  • Follow simple software designs and functional/technical specifications in line with work
  • Follow simple testing frameworks and methodologies in line with work instructions
  • Follow company, team or client approaches to continuous integration, version and sourcecontrol as instructed
  • Support the communication of software solutions and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Apply algorithms, logic and data structures in a supported context in line with workinstructions
  • Follow work instructions to contribute to building a given design whist remainingcompliant with security and maintainability requirements
  • Apply techniques to break down complex problems.
  • Demonstrate how Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) can be used to frame and measuredesired outcomes
  • Implement secure code in appropriate languages of different types which is maintainable, readable, functional.
  • Design simple software solutions to meet a requirement using tools and techniques, such as waterfall and agile
  • Work in a shared code base with appropriate etiquette and tools, such as modularity and data definition
  • Use simple debugging techniques, such as interactive debugging, print debugging, remotedebugging
  • Implement test plans under supervision to show that a test plan is implementable in practice and implementation conforms to the plan.
  • Develop and use simple acceptance criteria.
  • Apply and maintain procedures and security controls to ensure confidentiality, integrityand availability
  • Use collaboration tools and technologies for source and version control to enable workingtogether on common projects, regardless of physical location,
  • Follow instructions to ensure client data is held securely under supervision e.g., not using personally identifiable information in test systems, making sure personal actions comply with ICO regulations
  • Use collaboration tools and technologies for writing technical documentation for, and adapting to, specific audience(s). e.g., technical, non-technical, internal, external

    • Your training plan

    Software Development Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

    • As a Software Developer Apprentice, you will work alongside a wider development team in a support role; you will work under the supervision of more experienced developers to learn and acquire the necessary skills to become a competent software developer
    • Your main responsibilities will consist of designing and implementing secure code, executing test plans, and developing software documentation for stakeholders and end-users
    • You will assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of software applications, websites, and other software products
    • You will learn to code, test, debug, and troubleshoot software applications and assist with the deployment of software to production environments

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English (grade 4)
    • Maths (grade 6)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Customer care skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Team working

    About this company

    Meridian Trust, a leading educational trust managing a network of academies, is looking for a motivated Software Development Apprentice to join our team. At Meridian Trust, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality education to thousands of students, and our commitment to integrating advanced technology into the learning environment ensures that both students and staff have access to cutting-edge resources.

    Company benefits

    Gym Membership Access to headspace Free Parking Free Tea and Coffee Dell Advantage Local Government Pension Scheme

    After this apprenticeship

    • This apprenticeship provides the skills, qualification and experience you need to immerse yourself within an exciting, fast-moving industry and become an effective Software Developer

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    BALTIC TRAINING SERVICES LIMITED

    Miss Katie Allan

    katie.allan@balticapprenticeships.com

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000277124.

    Apply now

    Closes in 12 days (Monday 7 October)

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