Apprentice Web Developer

What will the apprentice be doing?

Day-to-day, you will be:

• Working directly alongside the Lead Developer, shadowing everything they do to deliver internal and new client projects as part of the agency team
• Learning to develop and hone your skills across a number of frameworks and building web projects using Craft CMS
• Helping to support and maintain existing client websites, with an overview and understanding of code languages
• Communicating and collaborating with other teams and departments (design, strategy and content)

You'll need to be willing to learn, observe, listen and receive feedback on your work, and over time you'll gain valuable knowledge and expertise working across live projects. You'll receive hands-on training in a commercial agency environment, giving you everything you need to succeed within your career. If you have an unstoppable drive and a passion for website development, then we'll nurture, mentor and work with you, giving you all the necessary skills required to be the best website developer you can be.

We're on the hunt for methodical thinkers, problem solvers, and all-round great guys and girls with a genuine love for wanting to build beautifully functional websites.

Shadowing our Lead Developer, you'll hone and develop your skills and capabilities that will see you working on a variety of projects - new and old, external and internal. No two days are ever the same here at Storm!

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Training is provided through Happy Ltd, a well-established, award winning training provider; working closely with industry experts. You will have one day per week for your apprenticeship work, this will include virtual group training sessions, working through online learning resources, and building a portfolio of evidence to showcase your skills and knowledge. All training sessions are practical, hands-on and proactive. We seek to make learning an enjoyable and involving experience.

The learning programme will include foundational code skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP; essential tools like the command line, source control, and automation; and fundamental concepts like Accessibility, Agile, Testing, UX, and the Software Development Life Cycle.

This apprenticeship is the Software Developer Level 4 apprenticeship standard.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This apprenticeship can lead to a permanent postion at Storm Creative, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop with the company.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, passion for web development

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4/A*-C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 9-4/A*-C) Desired