L4 Software Tester Apprentice (JustAccounts Limited)

JUST ACCOUNTS LTD

MERSEYSIDE, WA11 9UY

Closes in 20 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)

Posted on 30 July 2024

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Summary

As a JA software tester, you'll be involved in the quality assurance stage of software development and deployment. You'll conduct automated and manual tests to ensure the software created by our developers is fit for purpose and any bugs or issues are removed from our products before it gets deployed to everyday users.

Annual wage
£16,000 a year

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Training course
Software tester (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday Shifts to be confirmed

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 7 October

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • Work with software developers and project support teams
  • Plan projects
  • Carry out stress testing, performance testing, functional testing and scalability testing
  • Write and execute test scripts
  • Run manual and automated tests
  • Test in different environments
  • Write bug reports
  • Review & maintain documentation
  • Work towards departmental and project deadlines
  • Provide quality assurance
  • Provide objective feedback to software development project teams
  • Troubleshoot and problem-solve
  • Design tests to mitigate risk
  • Present findings to software development and user teams
  • Work on multiple projects at one time
  • Document analysis
  • Communicate findings to technical and non-technical colleagues

Where you’ll work

TYRONE HOUSE 369 HAYDOCK LANE

HAYDOCK INDUSTRIAL ESTATE

ST HELENS

MERSEYSIDE

WA11 9UY

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

FIREBRAND TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Software tester (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents
  • apply static test techniques
  • apply Black Box test techniques such as Equivalence Partitioning, Boundary Value Analysis, Decision Table Testing and State Transition Testing
  • analyse test objectives and requirements/test basis to define test scope and coverage criteria
  • use tools to automate, manage or support any test activity
  • Apply a regression strategy including selection of tests, maintenance of regression suites and identifying tests suitable for automation
  • use defect tracking tools
  • adapt and apply testing activities according to industry standard development methodologies (sequential and iterative)
  • apply the range of different software test types within the broad categories of Functional, Non-Functional (Security, Performance & Usability), and White Box/Structural Testing
  • apply and support testing at different Test Levels appropriate to the Software Development Lifecycle (such as Unit Testing, Component Integration Testing, System Testing, System Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing), taking into account the fundamentals of testing
  • conform to specific industry standards where appropriate (such as GDPR, health informatics, safety critical, etc.) related to software testing
  • maintain up to date knowledge of technological developments in the field of Software Testing
  • record and interpret test progress and results, communicating test status to the relevant stakeholders
  • Design and follow tests to achieve coverage criteria

    • Your training plan

    • Training schedule has yet to be agreed, details will be made available at a later date

    More training information

    Firebrands sector leading Software Tester apprenticeship programme develops apprentices to ensure that software developed is fit for purpose and for use in business. On this programme, apprentices will learn how to conduct various testing activities across the software development lifecycle to ensure the software meets the business’ functional, security, performance, usability, and other relevant quality requirements. 

    Firebrands course is delivered either Online (online live instructor led), or face to face in the classroom environment (your choice). Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Learning Mentors (LMs) and world-leading trainers prepare apprentices to work across multiple sectors.

    Completion of this apprenticeship will provide learners with the following world class vendor certifications in addition to the Software Tester apprenticeship:

    • BCS Level 4 Diploma in Software Development Methodologies
    • ISTQB Foundation Level
    • ISTQB Foundation Level Agile Tester Extension
    • CertNexus Cyber Secure Coder

    Key areas covered are: 

    • Software Development Lifecycles
    • Effective Team Working
    • Problem Solving
    • Software testing frameworks and methodologies
    • Test plans, strategy, specifications, procedures, and controls
    • Testing tools

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    Other in:

    • 5 GCSE's including English and Maths (grade (A*-C/9-4 or equivalent))

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • IT skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Team working
    • Ability to work under pressure
    • Critical thinking skills
    • Quick to learn
    • Able to work deadlines

    Other requirements

    • Basics of programming ideally C# • Basic knowledge of databases and SQL • Basic knowledge of API calls • Out of the box thinking and the ability to understand an application. • Any experience of software testing platforms and frameworks would be an advantage

    About this company

    Founded in 2010, JustAccounts is a pioneering provider of cloud-based solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of payroll, umbrella payroll, and contractor accountants. Renowned for our commitment to innovation and excellence, we have established ourselves as industry leaders in SaaS umbrella, payroll, and accountancy software. At JA, we specialise in optimising processes for contractor accountants and umbrella/payroll providers. Our comprehensive platform offers a range of features designed to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Our vision is to be the leading payroll and software tech solution that truly cares. Working with and for our customers, and leveraging innovative technology, we strive to be the number one payroll provider for the UK’s flexible workforce.

    After this apprenticeship

    • The role offers a permanent role upon completion of the apprenticeship depending on performance

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    FIREBRAND TRAINING LIMITED

    Josh Ankers

    Josh.Ankers@estio.co.uk

    0113 3500 333

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000267966.

    Apply now

    Closes in 20 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)

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