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 Level 3 qualification in IT, Computer Science, or related field along with a strong interest in software development. In addition, 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.

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