Hybrid Software Development Apprentice - Start Tech Career

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/Hybrid working

Training and development opportunities

Competitive NLW pay and pension

Job summary

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Corporate Apprentice in Software Development and Testing. The role offers a National Living Wage hourly rate, with age-dependent progression, and a flexible/hybrid working arrangement.

Successful candidates will learn to design, build, test and improve digital solutions, supporting low-code development, automation, and documentation in an agile setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including Maths and English Language.
• Commitment to undertake and successfully complete the relevant apprenticeship qualification.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design, development and maintenance of digital solutions.
• Learning how to build applications using modern development platforms.
• Assisting with Power Platform, Dynamics and automation solutions.
• Writing, testing and troubleshooting software.
• Testing new systems and digital solutions before they go live.
• Recording and tracking bugs, issues and improvement opportunities.
• Supporting integrations between systems and applications.
• Participating in agile project activities and sprint reviews.
• Creating technical documentation and user guidance.
• Working closely with analysts, designers and stakeholders to deliver solutions.

Skills

GCSEs

Communication skills

Teamwork

Digital literacy

Education

GCSEs including Maths & English

Tools

Power Platform

Dynamics 365

Job description

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Corporate Apprentice in Software Development and Testing. The role offers a National Living Wage hourly rate, with age-dependent progression, and a flexible/hybrid working arrangement.

Successful candidates will learn to design, build, test and improve digital solutions, supporting low-code development, automation, and documentation in an agile setting.