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Level 4 Software Tester Higher Apprenticeship (Newbury)

Employer
VODAFONE LIMITED
Location
Vodafone House, The Connection, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 2FN
Salary
£21,500.00 annually
Closing date
31 May 2019

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Specialism
IT
Sector
Unspecified
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Higher
Start Date
September
Duration
Permanent
What you will do in your working day

Software testers are employed to find bugs and issues within a product before it is deployed to users. You will need to become familiar with programming and different coding languages. Assessing code can be one part of the role of an experienced software tester. The Software Tester will test simple, high-quality code across front end, logic and database layers. A tester will typically be working as part of a larger team; in which they will have responsibility for different elements of a project.

The training you will be getting

You will achieve one internationally recognised vendor or professional qualification.

Knowledge Modules Vendor as follows:

Knowledge Module 1: Testing Tools (for Level 4 Software Tester Apprenticeship)
Knowledge Module 2: Testing Concepts (for Level 4 Software Tester Apprenticeship)
Professional Qualifications as follows:

ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level
ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level
BCS Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

At the end of the apprenticeship, once you have qualified, you would have developed the specialist capabilities/skills to enable you to become an expert in your chosen area. Therefore you either have the option to top-up to the next level apprenticeship so you can continue to develop academically whilst in role, or progress upwards through the business in your specialist field.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Problem solving skills

Qualifications

A Level or equivalent IT (Grade C) Essential

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