Apprentice Tester

Kerridge Commercial Systems; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software solutions company in the UK is seeking a QA Tester to assist in testing and ensure product quality. The ideal candidate should have a passion for technology, strong attention to detail, and effective communication skills. This position offers opportunities for on-the-job training, hybrid working arrangements, and career development support, making it a great chance for aspiring tech professionals.

Benefits

Competitive apprenticeship salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Mentorship and career development support

Minimum 25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• A passion for technology and software development.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and execution of test plans and test cases.
• Perform manual testing of web applications.
• Document and report bugs and issues clearly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

Azure DevOps

Postman

MS SQL Server

Job description

At Klipboard we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work.

Klipboard provides specialist software, services and support to deliver fully integrated trading and business management solutions to companies in the distributive trade – wherever they are in the world. With a unique depth of knowledge and experience in ERP / SaaS solutions, Klipboard serves a wide range of clients including wholesalers, distributors, merchants and retailers, from small traders to multinational enterprises. Klipboard has offices in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands, South Africa, Kenya and North America. Our mission is simple: to design and deliver high performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our distributive trade customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and execution of test plans and test cases.
• Perform manual testing of web applications.
• Document and report bugs and issues clearly and accurately.
• Work closely with developers to understand features and resolve issues.
• Participate in sprint planning, stand‑ups and retrospectives.
• Learn how to use testing tools and methodologies.
• Support the QA team in regression, integration and system testing.
• Maintain test documentation and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• A passion for technology and software development.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.

Desirable

• Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with any programming language (ideally C#).
• Exposure to testing tools or platforms (e.g., Azure DevOps, Playwright, Swagger, Postman, MS SQL Server).
• Completed or enrolled in a relevant apprenticeship or training programme.

Training & Development

• On‑the‑job training with experienced QA professionals.
• Access to online learning platforms and certifications.
• Opportunities to progress into Junior Tester or QA Analyst roles.

Benefits

• Competitive apprenticeship salary.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Mentorship and career development support.
• Minimum 25 days annual leave.

Equal Opportunities

As a global company, we value and respect the diversity of our workforce, aiming to empower everyone to embrace each other's differences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our company and culture. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce, where creativity and valuing differences enable us all to thrive and spark innovation.

If you require any help, adjustments or support during the interview and offer process, please advise our TA or HR team.

We encourage all candidates to apply, even if you do not meet every criterion. If you are passionate about this role and believe you have the right mindset and transferable skills, we would love to hear from you.

To all recruitment agencies: Klipboard does not accept agency speculative resumes. At present we only accept CVs from agencies on our PSL who have been assigned a specific position.