IT Software Development Apprentice

Key responsibilities and tasks:

Assist in the development and testing of new software tools and internal systems Debug and fix issues in existing applications with guidance from senior developers Write clean, maintainable code under supervision Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and team meetings Document software functionality and support user testing Continuously learn and apply new programming concepts taught through the apprenticeship

Behavioural:

Strong interest in coding and problem-solving Basic knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, or JavaScript) Willingness to learn and work as part of a team Willing to learn and expand your knowledge in this field  Open to collaboration with colleagues

Health and Safety:

Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all team members is protected by personal example Foster a culture of safe working and risk awareness within the team Escalate any safety related matters that cannot be resolved within the team  Engage with the risk assessment of line processes and team tasks, implementing and monitoring agreed countermeasures and mitigation plans to address identified risks  Maintain Visual Safety Management information boards in the line production areas

Culture and Core Values All Harrier colleagues are to be committed to upholding our core values and support up in sustaining an open, honest and quality driven culture that our colleagues can be proud of and our customers can depend on.

These values are:

Quality Excellence Integrity Respect Responsibility Teamwork

Training:
Any training required in addition to your course, will be provided. Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship If successful, you will be enrolled onto a Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship at South Devon College. You will attend weekly taught lessons at South Devon College which will give you the knowledge, skills & behaviours Supported by your Assessor Coach, Course Tutor and the team here at Harrier you will get the chance to hone these skills daily This role is truly a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to create a new career or upskill on existing experience

Training Outcome:
Our Apprenticeships are generally a fixed term agreement to support the students throughout their course to the completion of their studies, however dependent on budget and commitment to our values that the Apprentice has shown during their time with us, they may be an opportunity for us to accommodate a permanent position, although not guaranteed

Employer Description:
As a long standing and well-known company within the South Devon area we pride ourselves on being a preferred employer, recruiting only those applicants willing to meet the challenges and demands of this technological, diverse and innovative manufacturing environment. We have developed a people plan which continues to support the company’s vision and values whilst creating a culture that attracts, retains and inspires talent.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Proactive,Good Judgement Skills,Decision Making,Basic Programming Knowledge