IT and Software Apprentice

Are you passionate about technology and interested in using software to enable it? Are you looking to kick-start your career with a fully funded degree and hands-on experience in a real-world tech environment?

Role

  • Supporting IT Operations to help maintain and improve internal infrastructure and services
  • Contributing to digital projects, working with teams across the business to deliver real solutions
  • Analysing data to support decision-making and improve performance
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions
  • Learning and growing through structured academic study, hands-on experience, and mentoring from experienced colleagues
  • Exploring new technologies and suggesting improvements to enhance our digital capabilities

Training

Semester A (Sept to Jan) and B (Jan to May): Day release for all levels.

  • Thursdays – Level 4
  • Wednesdays – Level 5
  • Tuesdays – Level 6

Semester C (May to Sept): Block release for Level 4 and Level 5 .

Third week of June (Monday to Thursday, 9.00am – 5.00pm) .
Weekly or fortnight online touchpoints in June, July and August .
Assessment day first week of September (Thurs Level 4, Wed Level 5).

Mixed released for Level 6 .

Tuesdays for the last week of May, all of June and the beginning of July .
Weekly or fortnight online touchpoints in July and August.
EPA Preparation first week of September (Tuesday).
EPAs (online or on campus) last week of September.

Careers

Apprentices will develop occupational competency for the role of a software engineer. This course equips candidates with appropriate skills to work in a variety of roles across the software development life cycle. Because of the core plus specialism model, graduates will also be prepared for a broad range of careers in related occupations within digital industries such as the IT industry.  

Typical roles may include: 

  • Software engineer 
  • Programmer 
  • Software developer 
  • Front or back end developer 
  • Software architect 
  • Analyst 
  • Software integration specialist 
  • Verification engineer 
  • Dev-ops engineer
Apprenticeship Standard
Digital and technology solutions professional (level 6)
Training Provider
UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
Working Week
Monday to Thursday: Start: 8:30 am - End: 5:00 pm. Friday: Start: 9:00 am - End: 5:00 pm.
Expected Duration
3 Years 1 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Monday, 30th June 2025
Start Date
Monday, 15th September 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
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Interest in IT and Software
  • Digital problem-solving
  • Independent working

Qualifications

  • English Language or Equivalent (Must evidence) GCSE, grade 4 / C equivalent (Essential)
  • Maths or equivalent (Must evidence) GCSE, grade 4 / C equivalent (Essential)
  • Non Specific - Equivalent (Must evidence) A Level, grade B (Essential)
  • Non Specific or Equivalent (Must evidence) A Level, grade B (Essential)
  • Non Specific or Equivalent (Must evidence) A Level, grade B (Essential)

About the Employer

TTP PLC
TTP is a world-leading technology company where science, engineering, and creativity come together to solve complex challenges. As a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice, you’ll be part of our in-house IT team, contributing to innovative digital solutions and playing a key role in supporting the business while studying towards a BSc (Hons) from the University of Hertfordshire. You’ll work across a range of projects and functions—supporting IT operations, contributing to our digital strategy, and learning how to analyse and apply data to solve real problems. Every day will bring new opportunities to learn, collaborate, and make an impact. From day one, you’ll be fully supported by experienced professionals in our IT and digital teams. You’ll gain on-the-job experience at our award-winning campus in Melbourn (just south of Cambridge, UK), while attending university on a part-time basis.
Company
TTP PLC
Location
TTP Campus, Cambridge Road, Melbourn, Royston, England
Employment Type
Degree Apprenticeship
Salary
Competitive
Posted
Company
TTP PLC
Location
TTP Campus, Cambridge Road, Melbourn, Royston, England
Employment Type
Degree Apprenticeship
Salary
Competitive
Posted