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Software development apprentice DC PROPERTY SE MAINTENANCE LIMITED

The key function of this role is to assist our Chief Technologist with the further development and implementation of our cloud based Co-Worker software platform which is used to manage all of the group companies’ operations as well as those of external clients.

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Closing date: 12 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,920.00

    The wage of £6 per hour will be reviewed after 3 months

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with a one hour lunch break

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    15 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    20 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000067548

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Designing amendments and enhancements to the existing co-worker platform
  • Creating documentation and training materials for the software
  • Testing new releases of the software before they go live
  • Assisting with data entry and implementation of the group online shops and developing integrations with the co-worker platform
  • Assist the marketing and social media team to design and build integrations from the websites and social media platforms to and from the co-worker platform
  • Assist with the implementation of software and hardware at group company sites as well as external client sites
  • Assist with the regular monitoring of the cloud infrastructure

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

Level 3 IT solutions technician apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Training to be delivered by LMP Education on the Infrastructure Technician standard. Developing skill sets within the IT role. Understanding communication importance and legislations such as the data protection act and why these are in place. All training will be delivered by LMP Education on the job and through Smart Assessor E-Portfolio systems enabling access to teaching and resources.

Developing knowledge on the IT platforms, using MS office, IT solutions to business problems. Processing quality assurance and training towards all legislation understanding. Training will be for the duration of the qualification (apprenticeship) being taken by the individual. Qualification will last around 18 months, of which consistent work to be produced to the training provider and complying with all ESFA rules.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Further progression may be available within the sector upon successful completion of the level 3 IT solutions apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Analytical skills, Logical

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4 or above or level 2) Essential
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade C/4 or above or level 2) Essential

About the employer

DC Group is a collection of businesses based in and around Hastings in East Sussex, who provide a variety of business services in different sectors including all aspects of property maintenance, commercial and domestic cleaning, garden equipment repair and maintenance, and software solutions for small to medium businesses.

Employer

DC PROPERTY SE MAINTENANCE LIMITED

Address

118 Battle Road

St Leonards-on-Sea

East Sussex

TN37 7AN

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Training

Training provider

LET ME PLAY LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

IT solutions technician

Level 3 (A level)

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