Software Developer Apprentice

The Apprenticeship Guide; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Level 4 Software Developer Apprentices

Hybrid working

On site parking

25 days leave + bank holidays

Job summary

The Apprenticeship Guide is offering a Software Developer Apprentice role in Sevenoaks (Kent). This higher apprenticeship (Level 4) combines paid work with formal training, a 40-hour week, and hybrid in-office and remote working as part of your development journey.

You will develop and maintain customer-facing web apps, using HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js and SQL, design relational databases (PostgreSQL), translate requirements into technical solutions, test and deploy code, and

Qualifications

• Completed Level 3 Software Development Apprenticeship with QA or equivalent.
• A-level in STEM with aptitude test or BTEC Diploma in IT with aptitude test.
• 2 years experience in a relevant role with aptitude test.
• International qualifications must be comparable to UK standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve customer-facing web applications.
• Build front-end solutions using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Develop back-end functionality using Node.js, PHP and SQL.
• Design and maintain relational databases, including PostgreSQL.
• Translate business and customer requirements into technical solutions.
• Test, debug, deploy and enhance software applications.
• Use Git and source control to manage code changes.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Communicate with colleagues and customers to gather requirements and resolve issues.
• Follow security, data protection and software development best practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Technical documentation

Software testing

Customer-focused

Takes ownership

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Software Development Apprenticeship

A-level in STEM

BTEC Diploma in IT

2 years relevant experience

Job description

Software Developer Apprentice - Job Ref: Collier

Apprenticeship - Higher apprenticeship: level 4

06/10/2026

£26,000 - £30,000 per annum

Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 6AB

Collier Pickard is an independent CRM and process management consultancy that helps organisations improve how people, processes and technology work together. The company delivers CRM and business platform solutions, combining technical expertise with practical consultancy to solve operational challenges in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve customer-facing web applications
• Build front-end solutions using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and TypeScript
• Develop back-end functionality using technologies such as Node.js, PHP and SQL
• Design and maintain relational databases, including PostgreSQL
• Translate business and customer requirements into technical solutions
• Test, debug, deploy and enhance software applications
• Use Git and source control to manage code changes
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Communicate with colleagues and customers to gather requirements and resolve issues
• Follow security, data protection and software development best practices

Desirable Skills

• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Technical documentation
• Software testing and ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Customer-focused
• Takes ownership of work
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team

Entry Requirements

• The learner must have completed a Level 3 Software Development Apprenticeship with QA or have an equivalent qualification with another training provider
• OR an A-level in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) subject and a successful completion of our aptitude test
• OR a BTEC Diploma in IT and a successful completion of our aptitude test
• OR 2 years' experience in a relevant role and successful completion of our aptitude test

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications.

For more information please visit the UK ENIC website.

Working hours:

40 hours per week

Benefits

• Level 4 Software Developer apprenticeship with QA
• Hybrid working (minimum of 2 days in office per week)
• On site parking
• 25 days' annual leave, plus UK bank holidays

Future Prospects

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.

About QA

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