Software Development Apprenticeship

SP Training are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Software Developer Apprentice to join our team and develop their skills in a hands-on, supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience working on real software projects while building the technical knowledge and professional skills needed for a career in software development.

We’re looking for someone who has a genuine passion for software development, enjoys solving problems and is naturally curious about how technology can be used to create effective solutions. You’ll be someone who is eager to learn, takes pride in their work and enjoys tackling new challenges.

You’ll join a friendly and supportive team where collaboration, learning and development are encouraged. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you’ll gain practical experience, contribute to real projects and develop your confidence as part of the team.

Alongside your role at SP Training, you’ll receive structured training through Baltic Apprenticeships, attending two-day training blocks every 6–8 weeks. This will give you dedicated time to develop your technical skills and work towards your apprenticeship qualification while putting your learning into practice in the workplace.

If you’re passionate about software, enjoy finding solutions and are excited to start building a career in development, this could be the opportunity for you.

In this role, you’ll work towards your Level 4 Software Development Technician qualification, delivered by our expert training team at Baltic Apprenticeships.

A Typical Day in the Job:

• Talk with staff to understand what they need an application or feature to do.
• Help turn those needs into clear requirements and practical designs.
• Build and improve web applications, including the screens and functions staff use.
• Work with data and databases, including applications that use or connect with SPUD data.
• Investigate faults, test changes and fix issues found during testing.
• Explain technical work and progress clearly to technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Learn how SPUD and related systems work, and suggest practical improvements.

Full training and support will be provided by your workplace mentor and from the team at Baltic Apprenticeships.

Desired Qualities, Skills and Knowledge

• Thinks logically and can explain how they approached a problem.
• Takes initiative and learns independently, while recognising when to ask for help.
• Basic programming knowledge in at least one language
• Some understanding of databases
• Is curious about how systems work and how they could be improved.
• Works carefully, tests their changes and handles information responsibly.
• Communicates clearly and can work with colleagues who aren’t technical.
• Is open to feedback and willing to document what they learn.
• A Grade 4 in GCSE Maths & Grade 4 in GCSE English.

Salary, Hours & Benefits:

• £25,000 – £28,000 per annum.
• Monday – Thursday 8.30AM – 5PM, Friday 8.30PM – 4.30PM
• Early finish Fridays
• Free onsite parking
• Driver required
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Free Eye Tests

This apprenticeship programme will provide you with everything you need to launch and develop your career in software development. Afterwards, we’ll support you to take the next steps, including further training.

Your Training with Baltic Apprenticeships

Learn to create, test, and implement code as part of a professional software development team.

With our unique apprenticeship programme, you'll build an impressive range of coding skills – and learn to thrive as a junior developer.

You’ll be based full time with an employer and will quickly become an important part of the team. Our training is 100% online, including real-time classes with our expert trainers and self-paced courses created by industry specialists.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and what you hope to gain from an apprenticeship with JustAccounts. If your application is then successful, one of our recruitment consultants will be in touch to discuss your application further.

Eligibility Criteria

You must have the right to work in the UK, and valid residency status to apply for this apprenticeship. 

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