Apprentice Web Developer STORM CREATIVE MEDIA LTD

As an apprentice web developer you work directly alongside the Lead Developer, shadowing everything they do to deliver internal and new client projects as part of the agency team. You will learn to develop your skills across a number of frameworks, building web projects using Craft CMS and supporting and maintaining existing client websites.

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Closing date: 03 Jul 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 6.00pm Friday 9.00am-5.00pm

    Total hours per week: 39.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000139253

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Day-to-day, you will be:

  • Working directly alongside the Lead Developer, shadowing everything they do to deliver internal and new client projects as part of the agency team
  • Learning to develop and hone your skills across a number of frameworks and building web projects using Craft CMS 
  • Helping to support and maintain existing client websites, with an overview and understanding of code languages
  • Communicating and collaborating with other teams and departments (design, strategy and content)

You’ll need to be willing to learn, observe, listen and receive feedback on your work, and over time you’ll gain valuable knowledge and expertise working across live projects. You’ll receive hands-on training in a commercial agency environment, giving you everything you need to succeed within your career. If you have an unstoppable drive and a passion for website development, then we’ll nurture, mentor and work with you, giving you all the necessary skills required to be the best website developer you can be. 

We’re on the hunt for methodical thinkers, problem solvers, and all-round great guys and girls with a genuine love for wanting to build beautifully functional websites.

Shadowing our Lead Developer, you’ll hone and develop your skills and capabilities that will see you working on a variety of projects - new and old, external and internal. No two days are ever the same here at Storm! 

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

Training is provided through Happy Ltd, a well-established, award winning training provider; working closely with industry experts. You will have one day per week for your apprenticeship work, this will include virtual group training sessions, working through online learning resources, and building a portfolio of evidence to showcase your skills and knowledge. All training sessions are practical, hands-on and proactive. We seek to make learning an enjoyable and involving experience. 

The learning programme will include foundational code skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP; essential tools like the command line, source control, and automation; and fundamental concepts like Accessibility, Agile, Testing, UX, and the Software Development Life Cycle.

This apprenticeship is the Software Developer Level 4 apprenticeship standard.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This apprenticeship can lead to a permanent postion at Storm Creative, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop with the company.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, passion for web development

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4/A*-C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 9-4/A*-C) Desired

About the employer

Storm is a forward-thinking, fast-paced and growing full-service strategic marketing agency. We are ranked by the Drum as the No.1 agency in the UK. We are a full-on, switched on, always on kind-of-agency. You’ve got to be sharp, have a real desire to kickstart your career and think on your feet. Benefits of working for Storm include - You’ll be joining an award-winning agency – #1 in the UK, The opportunity to work with a prestigious client base, ‘Years of service’ bonus and profit share scheme, ‘Years of service’ gifted holiday scheme, Transparent and accelerated career progression, Regular social events throughout the year. Leigh-on-Sea is a great place to work and socialise; a seaside town with a buzzing broadway full of bars, shops, restaurants etc., Free office bar!

Employer

STORM CREATIVE MEDIA LTD

Address

1727-1729 LONDON ROAD

LEIGH ON SEA

SS9 2SW

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Training

Training provider

HAPPY COMPUTERS LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Software developer

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

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