Software Developer Apprentice

OPENDA LTD

CHIPPENHAM (SN15 5FD)

Closes in 27 days (Sunday 24 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 27 April 2026

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Summary

Openda are looking for a motivated individual to join them as a software developer apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic people to kick-start their career within the information technology industry.

Wage

£18,000 a year

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£18,000 to £22,000 depending on experience

Training course
Software developer (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 June 2026

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Design, create and implement new features to be used within the system
  • Monitor incoming errors and ensure these are investigated and resolved within the agreed customer Service Level Agreement (SLA)
  • Carry out thorough testing to ensure a Right First Time result is achieved
  • Monitor and manage error logs, backups & any red box errors that are received into the support folder
  • Work to tight deadlines to complete incoming work, prioritising workload on a day-to-day basis
  • Ensure work is carried out in a methodical and tidy approach to ensure that targets are not only achieved but exceeded achieving a “Right First Time” result
  • Comply at all times with the Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices in accordance with current legislation and as details are outlined in the company Health & Safety Policy and Procedures
  • Work to comply with our ISO 9001 standards
  • Communicate in an effective manner with all customers to ensure that they are kept informed of updates/progress
  • Take incoming calls and deal with customer queries on a daily basis when required
  • Understand and manage customer queries. Implement resolutions to these or ensure the responsible party is made aware of requirements
  • Support the on-site team at go-live implementation. Ensure any issues are dealt with in a timely manner
  • Ensure that the Development Team Leader is kept informed of progress at all times
  • Take part in the Sprint cycle to focus on development deadlines and report when they will not be met
  • Work closely with all members of the team & provide assistance where needed

Skills Required:

  • You will need to be able to demonstrate both written and verbal communication skills
  • Understanding of Database Structures
  • Some development experience in any language would be an advantage
  • General IT skills and problem-solving ability
  • Work accurately and at a detailed level
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn and a cheerful, hardworking and have a flexible approach to work
  • Candidates must have GCSE in Maths

Where you'll work

CALLOW PARK
CALLOW HILL
BRINKWORTH
CHIPPENHAM
SN15 5FD

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

JUST IT TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Software developer (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • create logical and maintainable code
  • develop effective user interfaces
  • link code to data sets
  • test code and analyse results to correct errors found using unit testing
  • conduct a range of test types, such as Integration, System, User Acceptance, Non-Functional, Performance and Security testing.
  • identify and create test scenarios
  • apply structured techniques to problem solving, debug code and understand the structure of programmes in order to identify and resolve issues
  • create simple software designs to effectively communicate understanding of the program
  • create analysis artefacts, such as use cases and/or user stories
  • build, manage and deploy code into the relevant environment
  • apply an appropriate software development approach according to the relevant paradigm (for example object oriented, event driven or procedural)
  • follow software designs and functional or technical specifications
  • follow testing frameworks and methodologies
  • follow company, team or client approaches to continuous integration, version and source control
  • communicate software solutions and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • apply algorithms, logic and data structures
  • interpret and implement a given design whist remaining compliant with security and maintainability requirements
  • create logical and maintainable code
  • develop effective user interfaces
  • link code to data sets
  • test code and analyse results to correct errors found using unit testing
  • conduct a range of test types, such as Integration, System, User Acceptance, Non-Functional, Performance and Security testing.
  • identify and create test scenarios
  • apply structured techniques to problem solving, debug code and understand the structure of programmes in order to identify and resolve issues
  • create simple software designs to effectively communicate understanding of the program
  • create analysis artefacts, such as use cases and/or user stories
  • build, manage and deploy code into the relevant environment
  • apply an appropriate software development approach according to the relevant paradigm (for example object oriented, event driven or procedural)
  • follow software designs and functional or technical specifications
  • follow testing frameworks and methodologies
  • follow company, team or client approaches to continuous integration, version and source control
  • communicate software solutions and ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • apply algorithms, logic and data structures
  • interpret and implement a given design whist remaining compliant with security and maintainability requirements

Training schedule

Software Development Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard.

You will also receive full training and support from the Just IT Apprenticeship Team to increase your skills.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade C/4 +)
  • Maths (grade Grade C/4 +)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Patience

About this employer

Openda Ltd provides a specialist ERP software solution (QX) which is designed for the wholesale distribution and manufacturing industries.  Our software has been in existence for 30 years and through a programme of continual improvement it continues to remain at the forefront of technology.

We have built a strong team all of who have been carefully selected for their technical expertise and excellent customer service.  Our focus is to take our clients on a long-term journey to business efficiency by empowering them with the right IT infrastructure.

https://www.openda.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Potential full-time position for the right candidate after completion of the apprenticeship.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

JUST IT TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000028331.

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Closes in 27 days (Sunday 24 May 2026 at 11:59pm)