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Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship Programme

Employer
Unilever
Location
Port Sunlight & Kingston
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
29 Mar 2019

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Specialism
IT
Sector
FMCG & Manufacturing, Technology
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Higher
Start Date
September
Duration
18-24 months

Job Details

WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?
 

Have a passion for IT?

Enjoy testing code and analysing the results?

Want to develop your IT skills in a global organisation?

Unilever have fantastic Software Developer apprenticeship opportunities within our IT function.  With thorough training and a dedicated line manager you’ll gain valuable work experience, on-the-job training AND earn a salary – without any tuition fees!

Key responsibilities will include the following:

  • Writing code in at least one language.
  • Developing user interfaces for at least one channel
  • Linking code to the database/data sets
  • Applying structured techniques to problem solving
  • Creating simple data models and software design

WHERE ARE THEY BASED?
Port Sunlight (close to Liverpool and Chester) and Kingston

WHO FITS THE BILL?
We look for apprentices who….

  • Have at least five GCSEs or equivalent at Level 4 or above that include English Language and ideally either ICT or Science.
  • Have or are predicted, a minimum of two A Levels, or a Level 3 Apprenticeship, or other equivalent qualification or experience.
  • Have a genuine interest in business IT and solving technical problems.
  • Can work as part of a team, so excellent communication skills and teamwork are essential, as are an ability to organise a varied workload.
  • Contribute their ideas and think for themselves.
  • Are up for a challenge, can use their own initiative to solve problems, and can demonstrate good attention to detail.
  • You must be eligible to work in the UK and have been a permanent resident in the UK for the last 3 years.

 

QUALIFICATION ACHIEVED
Apprenticeship for Software Developer Level 4.

At the end of the programme, the apprentice has the option to register on the BCS Technician Register at SFIA (Skills Framework for the Information Age) Level 3.

DURATION
18 – 20 months

WHEN DOES IT START?
2nd September 2019

Company

Do you want to kick-start your career in one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies? Every day, 2.5 billion people in 190 countries buy and use our products including Persil, Dove, Magnum, Hellman’s, Marmite and Lynx.

At Unilever, we give you the skills and support you need to unlock a bright future that’s full of opportunities and new experiences. We offer different apprenticeships to take your career in exciting directions in Business, Technology, Science, Supply Chain. Our apprentices receive lots of hands-on training from experienced professionals and are given real responsibility to help deliver innovative ways to meet the everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care.

We look for individuals with plenty of drive and self-motivation that can bring a new perspective and fresh way of thinking to our business. You’ll need excellent communication and teamwork skills and know how to organise a varied workload. You’ll be able to contribute ideas, solve problems and think for yourself.

Company info
Website
Telephone
01372 945000
Location
Unilever House
Springfield Drive
Leatherhead
Surrey
KT227GR
United Kingdom

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