Looking for digital apprenticeships? Then this opportunity from the University of Oxford could be for YOU!
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the University of Oxford as an Apprentice Software Test Analyst in the IT Services department.
The role of IT Services is to ensure that the University of Oxford has the robust, reliable, and high-performing IT facilities it requires to support the distinctive needs of those engaged in teaching, learning, research, administration, and strategic planning.
This is an opportunity to join the Testing Team as an Apprentice Software Test Analyst, helping to deliver software testing across many different technologies. You will work closely with experienced Testing professionals to deliver both functional and non-functional testing for IT projects.
Covering a wide range of systems, technologies, and methodologies you will be able to learn and develop your Testing skills, understanding of IT systems and the processes necessary for successful IT projects.
Location: IT Services, Dartington House, University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2JD
Grade and salary: Apprentice Grade 1A £20,047
Hours: Full time (36.5 hrs/week)
Contract type: Fixed-term Apprenticeship (24 months)
About the apprenticeship
As part of this role, you will undertake an Apprenticeship with Digital Native UK, where you will complete a Level 4 Higher Software Tester Apprenticeship.
For this apprenticeship, you will work at the University of Oxford, IT Services department in Oxford. As part of your apprenticeship, you will be registered as a member with the British Computer Society and be on a fast track to an industry recognised qualification and your dedicated industry coach will support you through a blended approach that will include remote, in person, 1-2-1 and group learning. You will be given one apprenticeship day per week, three of these will be remote and you will be required to attend face to face sessions for one day per month in Oxford.
In total, it will take 18 months to complete the technical elements of the apprenticeship, with a further 3 months to complete the End Point Assessment (EPA) with support from the Department, University, and College throughout.
Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. For more information, please visit: https://www.apprenticeships.ox.ac.uk
About you
You will be passionate about starting your career in Software Testing and excited about the opportunity of becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford. You may be starting your career or you may be looking for a career change.
To complete the Level 4 Apprenticeship you will have a minimum of 7 GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent) including Maths and English Language.
Ideally you will also have 3 A Levels at grades A*-C (or equivalent) in any subject and preferably one in a numerical or computing subject (eg maths, science, computer science etc.)
Applications will also be considered from graduates looking for an apprenticeship route to a tech career.
To help check that you have the potential to achieve these, Digital Native UK will ask you to complete a short initial assessment during the application process. There are also government residency requirements for Apprenticeship funding which the Training Provider will be able to advise on.
What we offer
Our apprentices are never on their own, you will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region. We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.
Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their Apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career.
You will receive 38 days’ annual leave inclusive of Bank Holiday and fixed closure dates, discounted travel, an excellent contributory pension scheme, and student discount. You will also be part of the University’s annual apprenticeship awards.
Contact us and apply
Apply nowIf you would like further information or support in your application, please contact:
- Sunil Nair – Test Manager, IT Services – sunil.nair@it.ox.ac.uk
- Digital Native – Training Provider – hello@dn-uk.com
The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 27 May 2022 and only applications received before this will be considered.
Interviews are expected to take place on week’s beginning 13 and 20 of June 2022.
Interviews will be taking place in the IT Services offices based in central Oxford. If you have concerns about travel or accessibility, please do not hesitate to contact us.
