DE&S Digital Technology Degree Apprenticeship Defence Equipment & Support

You want to be an expert in your field one day. We want to help make it happen. You’ll discover new talents, pinpoint new ambitions, find a home among a diverse team – and be empowered to turn your gifts into an incredible career. Ready for real investment in your future? We’re developing tomorrow’s talent today.

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

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Closing date: 11 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £25,270.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    4 Years

  • Possible start date

    02 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    08 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 6 (Degree with honours)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000210340

  • Positions

    15 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Participating in assigned educational training to develop your own capabilities in a defence context
  • Delivering products/services against agreed objectives to develop knowledge and experience and add value to the team and wider business
  • Building awareness and understanding of how the engineering and technology function and wider business operates to assist in own development and career progression
  • Identifying opportunities to develop knowledge and experience to progress as an apprentice to Engineering Technician in the time specified
  • Providing support to colleagues in their specialist area and actively contribute to team meetings to help with the work of the team
  • Building and maintaining a network of internal business contacts and peers to gain knowledge and identify opportunities to learn and develop

The training you will be getting

Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Level 6 Apprenticeship Standard:

  • Starting September 2024, you’ll undertake a comprehensive framework of practical and academic training
  • All apprentices will attend their academic provider on a day release basis
  • Our current academic provider is University College Weston
  • You'll be on a core programme for the first part of the apprenticeship before following a more specialised course either in Software Engineering or Cyber Security

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Successful completion of the scheme can lead to a position within DE&S

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any subject (Grade A*-C or grades 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Any subject (Grade A*-C or grades 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade A*-C or grades 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-C or grades 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (preferably Physics) (Grade A*-C or grades 4-9) Essential
A Level or equivalent Any subject (excluding general studies) (Grade minimum of grade C) Essential
A Level or equivalent Maths (Grade minimum of grade C) Essential
A Level or equivalent Science (Grade minimum of grade C) Essential

About the employer

At Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), we're here to provide for the Armed Forces, as they serve our country all over the world. We support those on the front line by providing cutting-edge equipment and technology for land, sea, air and space. We deliver the kit the UK military needs to maintain advantage and stay protected, as they protect life at home and overseas.

Employer

Defence Equipment & Support

Address

Abbey Wood

Bristol

BS34 8JH

Contact

Rachel Davison

rachel.davison109@mod.gov.uk

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Training

Training provider

WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Digital and technology solutions professional

Level 6 (Degree with honours)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 11 Dec 2023