Apprentice Digital Automation Developer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an entry‑level Automation Support role to help develop, test, deploy and maintain RPA and low‑code solutions. You’ll work under supervision within a structured Automation and AI team to improve efficiency, quality and safety across Trust services.

Responsibilities include building simple automations with Power Automate and Power Apps, documenting changes, and participating in Agile ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of coding or exposure to RPA/low-code tools.
• Willingness to learn and operate under supervision in a structured automation team.
• Ability to follow defined standards, templates and agile practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing simple RPA solutions using Power Automate/Power Apps under guidance.
• Support configuration, testing and documentation of automation solutions.
• Carry out basic checks, troubleshooting and monitoring of live processes.
• Log and track work items using Jira or similar tools.
• Adhere to development standards and version control practices.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups and sprints as directed.
• Assist with gathering basic requirements from users and stakeholders.
• Escalate issues in a timely manner.

Skills

RPA basics

Power Automate

Power Apps

Jira

Agile

Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

Jira

Version control

Job description

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Digital Automation Specialist, the post holder will support the development, testing, deployment and maintenance of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and low code automation solutions across Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust. The role is suitable for an individual with some basic knowledge of coding and/or exposure to RPA or low code tools, who is looking to develop practical experience within a structured Automation and AI team. The post holder will work under close supervision, following defined standards and procedures, contributing to digital transformation initiatives that improve efficiency, quality and safety of Trust services.

Key Duties

• Assist in the development of simple RPA solutions and workflows using Microsoft Power Automate and Power Apps, under guidance from senior developers.
• Support the configuration, testing and documentation of automation solutions.
• Carry out routine checks, basic troubleshooting and monitoring of live automation processes.
• Log, update and track work items, incidents and change requests using Jira or similar tools.
• Follow agreed development standards, documentation templates and version control practices.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as stand ups, sprint reviews and retrospectives as directed.
• Assist with gathering basic requirements and process information from users and stakeholders.
• Escalate issues appropriately and in a timely manner.

General Duties

• Undertake training and self development activities relevant to RPA, low code development and digital services.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties consistent with the level of responsibility of the post.