Web Developer Software Apprentice

Summary

Following a period of growth, we are now seeking a new member to join our web development team. You will assist with quality control and testing on WordPress website development and maintenance for a variety of businesses, and work closely with our team of developers, designers and marketers.

Annual wage

£12,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

The salary will range from £12,000 - £14,500 per annum.

Training course

Software development technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. [this can be flexible].

35 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 27 January

Duration

1 year 4 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

This apprenticeship is ideal for anyone with a keen interest in websites, tech and coding, and is perfect if you would like to make your mark on a small, but rapidly growing business!

While we are based in Leicester, our team works remotely across the UK. This is a hybrid or fully remote position, however, if you are based in or around Leicester, our office is open for you to work from.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct thorough testing of our client’s websites following plugin and platform updates, testing across multiple browsers, devices, and platforms
Identify issues, bugs, or discrepancies for in-design specifications, functionality, content, layout, or performance
Track plugin licenses, renewals, and client invoicing for plugin-related costs
Regular auditing of our client websites to check for settings being applied and correctly configured, whilst following an audit framework for new clients
Assist with website launch checklists, ensuring all steps are completed before sites go live
Add new content, imagery, and pages to websites using the site’s component library
Research, test and evaluate plugins or tools to identify the best options for our client’s needs
Organize and manage files for ongoing projects, keeping everything accessible and clearly labelled

Where you’ll work

Workspace 10, Phoenix Square

4 Midland Street

Leicester

LE1 1TG

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

QA 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
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

Why choose our Junior Developer Level 3 apprenticeship?
QA’s Junior Developer Level 3 apprenticeship develops digital skills and provides the technical grounding needed to become a well-rounded, entry-level programmer.
Junior Developers work as part of a software development team to build simple software components on web, mobile or desktop apps to be used by other members of the team as part of larger software development projects.

QA’s Junior Developer Level 3 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:

Explore a wide range of skills including Python, C#, Java, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git, Microservices and cloud
Interpret simple design requirements for discrete components of a project under supervision
Implement code which other team members have developed to produce required components

Gain the following qualifications upon successful completion of the Junior Developer Level 3 programme:

Software Development Technician Level 3
BCS Certificate in Systems Development Context and Methodologies
BCS Certificate in Programming

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

any subject --- x5 (grade 4+ (A-C))
English (grade 3+ (D or above))
Maths (grade 4+ (A-C))

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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Team working
Non judgemental
Passion for web development
Passion for tech and coding
Experience using WordPress
Experience using HTML

About this company

Insight Consultancy are a small but busy marketing agency.

After this apprenticeship

90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks.

Benefits:

28 days holiday allowance (including public bank holidays).
Opportunities for professional development, growth and career progression upon completing the apprenticeship.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Involvement in exciting and diverse projects.
Above inflation annual wage increase.
Company lunch outings and social events.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

QA LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000293701.

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Closes in 2 days (Friday 17 January)

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