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Apprentice Software Tester - Software Applications Analyst ELMHURST ENERGY SYSTEMS LTD

As a Software Applications Analyst Apprentice you'll collaborate with programmers and stakeholders throughout the company to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality applications. Our experience team of Software Analysts are keen to share their knowledge with you so that you can be an integral part of the team as quickly as possible.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 30 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £20,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    04 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000061738

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Work with stakeholders to deliver projects time
  • Develop and implement a System Test Programme to ensure the changes will not have an adverse effect on existing applications and systems
  • Work with the product owners to manage User Acceptance Testing
  • Maintain Test environments to enable project delivery and testing functions
  • Ensure Software deployments are delivered quickly and smoothly with limited downtime for our customers
  • Critically evaluate the performance and functionality of applications 

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

As part of the Level 4 Software Tester apprenticeship standard, you’ll be registered as a member with the British Computer Society and be on a fast track to an industry recognised qualification and your dedicated industry coach will support you through a blended approach that will include remote, in person, 1-2-1 and and group learning.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Permanent emplyment and on-going career progression 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 7 GCSE's including Maths and English language (Grade A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent)) Essential
A Level or equivalent Preferably computer science or numerical subjects (Grade A - C) Essential

About the employer

Government initiatives and developments around energy efficiency, as well our own ongoing success as the industry leaders in the building energy rating industry, means we are looking to grow the size of our Software Analysis team with a Level 4 Apprentice to be a part of our team and company’s future success. At Elmhurst Energy software is at the heart of what we do. Although not a software company, our expertise in IT applications is at the core of our business success.

Employer

ELMHURST ENERGY SYSTEMS LTD

Address

UNIT 16

ST JOHNS BUSINESS PARK

LUTTERWORTH

LE17 4HB

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Training

Training provider

DIGITAL NATIVE (UK) LIMITED

Contact

Digital Native

Apprenticeship standard

Software developer

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Employer's Application Instructions

You will be able to see the full job description and apply using the above URL

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Aug 2022