Apprentice Software Tester

Summary

This is your chance to dive into the world of software testing, work with experienced professionals, and build the skills you need for a future in tech – all while working towards a Level 4 Qualification in Software Testing.

Wage

£24,627 a year

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Training course

Software tester (level 4)

Hours

Monday to Friday - 37 hours per week with 1 day per week assigned to help you work on your coursework, shifts TBC.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 15 September 2025

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

🧪 What You’ll Be Doing (aka your day-to-day):

Designing and building test cases and scripts with the QA team.
Running different types of software tests to make sure everything works as it should.
Recording and interpreting test results to help improve our systems.
Solving problems and learning how to spot issues before they become bugs.
Getting hands-on experience with real projects and tools.
Taking part in training and development to grow your skills and confidence.

Where you'll work

200 Lichfield Lane
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 4RG

Training

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

College or training organisation

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION LIMITED

Your 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

Your training plan

📍 Location: Hybrid and onsite (Mansfield, Nottinghamshire)
📅 Start Date: September 2025
📚 Duration: 18–24 months
🎯 Qualification: Level 4 Software Tester Apprenticeship

More training information

Provider: BPP Professional Education Limited

Level 4 Software tester Software tester / Skills England

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Computer Science (grade 5 or above)
English (grade 5 or above)
Maths (grade 5 or above)

A Level in:

Computer Science or Maths (grade C or above (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
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Logical

About this company

Here at the Mining Remediation Authority, we really are a great team to work with. We’re united in our passion and commitment to make a better future for people and the environment in mining areas. We carry out a wide variety of essential services from responding to coal mining hazards, to keeping everyone and everything safe from mine water pollution. We are excited about what our future holds. Our work is helping to develop a new sustainable source of renewable energy for the UK. By harnessing the energy from mine water heat, we hope to play a key role towards helping the UK to meet net-zero emissions by 2050. We truly are a supportive organisation where we all live and breathe our values. We are inclusive, trusted and progressive in everything that we do.

https://jobs.groundstability.com/vacancies/520/apprentice-software-tester.html (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

We have some amazing benefits available, including a £15 wellbeing allowance and pension contribution

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

This apprenticeship will open up numerous opportunities in a digital career

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

Mining Remediation Authority

Recruitment Team

recruitment@miningremediation.gov.uk

01623 637000

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000329175.

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Closes on Sunday 3 August 2025

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