Software Tester Apprentice

IDAB TECH LTD

Towcester (NN12 6AF)

Closes in 14 days (Tuesday 9 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 26 May 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a software tester capable of evaluating the product from technical, cybersecurity, and customer perspectives. The role involves identifying bugs and vulnerabilities, and providing actionable feedback to help developers enhance product security and user experience.

Wage

£12,480 a year

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Training course
Software tester (level 4)
Hours
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 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

Your job duties will include:

  • Test software for functionality, security, and user experience
  • Identify, document, and verify bugs and vulnerabilities
  • Perform manual, regression, and basic security testing
  • Collaborate with developers to resolve issues and improve quality
  • Review user workflows and provide usability feedback
  • Maintain test reports and ensure release readiness

Where you'll work

58 Watling Street
Towcester
NN12 6AF

Training

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

Training provider

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE

Training course

Software tester (level 4)

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What you'll learn

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
  • 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

Training schedule

You will be required to travel to Gloucestershire college. This will be 1 week every 4 weeks for the college delivery. 

More training information

ISTQB Foundation, BCS Testing Tools.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

We are technology startup currently building two platform HRMS AI and Micro business operating system aka B2B SaaS

https://idabcard.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Hands-on training and real project exposure
  • Mentorship from experienced professionals
  • Career growth and skill development opportunities
  • Flexible and supportive work environment

After this apprenticeship

5 GCSEs including English and maths grade 9 - 4 or A*- C and 2 A Levels, one in a STEM subject, and/or a Level 3 IT apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE

GC Employer Training & Apprenticeships

Apprenticeshipvacancies@gloscol.ac.uk

0345 155 2020

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000032534.

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Closes in 14 days (Tuesday 9 June 2026 at 11:59pm)