Software Developer Apprenticeship Level 4

The Apprenticeship comprises several key duties that apprentices must demonstrate proficiency in, encompassing knowledge, skills, and behaviours:
Duty 1: Interpret software requirements to estimate effort accurately for cost.
Duty 2: Break down software tasks logically for optimal sequencing and quality.
Duty 3: Report progress across development stages for audit trails.
Duty 4: Identify and address development impediments with practical solutions.
Duty 5: Translate customer needs into technical specifications.
Duty 6: Select appropriate technical solutions based on best practices.
Duty 7: Communicate software solutions effectively to stakeholders.
Duty 8: Incorporate security into software design from inception.
Duty 9: Write maintainable software meeting design and coding standards.
Duty 10: Implement security practices throughout development.
Duty 11: Maintain project documentation detailing development processes.
Duty 12: Apply recovery techniques to safeguard development progress.
Duty 13: Implement change control processes for effective management.
Duty 14: Conduct unit testing for issue identification and resolution.
Duty 15: Execute comprehensive testing to ensure software quality.
Duty 16: Deliver well-documented deployable solutions to customers.
Duty 17: Support software deployment phases for successful outcomes.
Duty 18: Provide post-release support to customers and mitigate risks.
Duty 19: Adhere to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for efficient resource allocation.
Duty 20: Address software issues with appropriate bug fixes.
Duty 21: Engage in continuous self-learning for professional development.

Upon successful completion of the Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship, apprentices can progress to higher-level qualifications or pursue careers such as:
Software Engineers
Full-Stack Developers
Application Developers
Technical Leads

Applicants are likely to have 5 GCSEs A*- C / 9 - 4, including Maths and English, or equivalent, and will need to demonstrate the ability to achieve all elements of the apprenticeship during their programme, including working in a suitable job role.
If you do not have the the equivalent Maths and English grades please do contact us for advice.

Free to apprentices. This apprenticeship has a £18,000 funding band. Depending on age some small companies will need to contribute £900 toward the funding; large companies could pay through the apprenticeship levy if they have funds available.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Level 4 Apprenticeship in Software Developer (Pass, Merit or Distinction)

The apprenticeship will involve a combination of classroom-based learning, practical workshops, coding projects, and real-world software development tasks. Assessment methods may include coding assignments, project demonstrations, exams, and a final portfolio showcasing the apprentice's software development capabilities.
At the end of the taught content the Apprentice will undertake an external End Point Assessment which will include two assessments:
Assessment method 1: Work-based project with questioning
Assessment method 2: Professional discussion underpinned by portfolio

You will develop skills in a range of competencies to be able to prove competence as a employed Software Developer.
This occupation is found across every sector for example, Financial Services, Computer Gaming, Retail, Transport, Security and Defence in organisations ranging from large multi-nationals, public sector bodies and government projects developing multi-billion-pound software solutions to support key projects to small consultancy firms designing bespoke software solutions for clients.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to understand a client's requirements as provided in design specification and then build and test high-quality code solutions to deliver the best outcome.
Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or that control networks.