Software Developer Apprenticeship
Role
We have been working with apprentices since 2010 and our goal is to build your skill set and raise your confidence to a level where we can employ you at the end of the apprenticeship. Through this opportunity, we have found that every person who applies has a tremendous amount to offer, and our duty is to ensure that together we can prove this.
You will be part of a development team where you will be shown how to board out designs and solutions to customer requests. You will get involved in working with the team to take these solutions and implement them in code, test and deploy to our wide customer base. Every request is different, which makes the role fun and interesting, meaning no two days are ever the same. You will get exposure to a range of programming languages and environments. You will be involved in software updates from planning through to release, and you will also be involved in helping us to push forward our brand-new, up-and-coming web product. You will get experience working in a professional environment, providing you with invaluable skills for any role, even beyond working with Focus.
Duties you will get to learn and could be involved in but not limited to:
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Visual Basic Projects
- Visual Studio Projects
- C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (jQuery), .NET, .NET Core
- SQL, MySQL Stored Procedures and understanding of Server Functionality
- SAP Crystal Reports Template Writing
- Active Reports
- Application Programming Interfaces
- Time ups
- Web Hosting
- Software testing
As you progress through the apprenticeship, your role will evolve, and you will have the opportunity to expand into further projects.
Training
Delivery model:
- Work-based training with your employer
- Day release during term time (approximately 36 days per year)
- Approximately four on-site assessment visits per year
- Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
- Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
- Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths
- Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
- Work-based project and presentation
- Portfolio-based interview
Potential for long-term opportunities and new roles within the business.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Software development technician (level 3)
- Training Provider
- ABINGDON AND WITNEY COLLEGE
- Working Week
- Monday – Friday, between 9:00am – 5:00pm.
- Expected Duration
- 1 Year 1 Month
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Friday, 23rd May 2025
- Start Date
- Tuesday, 1st July 2025
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Creative
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English & Maths GCSE, grade A*- C / 9 - 4 (Essential)
- Computer Science GCSE, grade A*- C / 9 - 4 (Desired)
About the Employer
- Company
- Focus Micro Systems
- Location
- Belmont House, Bayswater Farm Road, Headington, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £15,500 a year
- Posted
- Company
- Focus Micro Systems
- Location
- Belmont House, Bayswater Farm Road, Headington, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £15,500 a year
- Posted