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Software Engineer Degree Apprentice Blue Engineering

We are seeking a full-time software engineer apprentice to develop new automations and systems at the company. The work will be centred around working with management to streamline our technical staff who specialise in designing the structures of residential projects.

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

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Closing date: 28 Aug 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,000.00

    The salary builds quickly as it is an apprenticeship programme. By the end of the apprenticeship, the salary is estimated to be £32,000 per annum.

  • Working week

    The core working week hours here at Blue are 37.5 hours. You will be required to work Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm. During term time, your days per week with the employer will drop from 5 to 4, as you will be required to attend university on that day. Please note your university day is also part of your paid hours per week so your overall hours will be the same.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    07 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 6 (Degree with honours)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000094018

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Investigate new technologies and their suitability to us. 
  • Create technical specifications which can be understood by non-technical people.
  • Develop existing systems by analysing and identifying areas for modification.
  • Write and test code, refining and rewriting, rollout and storing.
  • Maintain systems by monitoring and correcting software defects. 
  • Continually update your technical knowledge and skills. 
  • You will be working in an office environment and so good communication skills are key as you will collaborate frequently with many members of staff.

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

Once settled into the business, we would select an appropriate Degree Level Apprenticeship for you to enrol on. These apprenticeships typically take 3-4 years, and you receive a BA (Hons) degree on successful completion.

You do not need to pay for any training costs and therefore this is an excellent way to get a degree for free.

The salary builds quickly as it is an apprenticeship programme. By the end of the apprenticeship, the salary is estimated to be £32,000 per annum. 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once you have completed your apprenticeship, you could be offered a permanent position with us to help further your career even more. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

A Level or equivalent A levels (Including Maths) (Grade Minimum of 120 UCAS points) Essential

Things to consider

You must have full eligibility to work in the UK.

About the employer

We are a people-led structural engineering consultancy that are gaining market share every year due to our innovative processes and unique business model. We have grown on average 25% every year and to continue this trajectory, we need to get the absolute best staff in our company. Our Values are the driving force of our culture and our way of working. These values are : longevity; transparency; authenticity; innovation; wellness; interdependency.

Employer

Blue Engineering

Address

The Lux Building

Unit 6 - 2-4 Hoxton Square

N1 6BU

Contact

Harry Lane

hlane@blueengineering.co.uk

020 7247 3811

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Training

Training provider

LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

Apprenticeship standard

Digital and technology solutions professional (integrated degree)

Level 6 (Degree with honours)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please email into the above email, stating your full name, phone number, and what apprenticeship you are applying for. This will register your interest with us. We will keep your details secure, and will get in contact with you next year to start the application process.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 28 Aug 2023