Job Opportunity: Apprenticeship Developer x 2 posts
Vacancy reference
ECR000428
Salary
£7.55 per hour - in line with Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage
Hours
37 hours a week
Contract
2 years fixed-term
Location
Castle House, Newcastle-under-Lyme
About the job
We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for two Apprentice Developers to join our dynamic Change Delivery team. This is your chance to earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience, and contribute first hand on projects that benefit thousands of residents.
As an Apprentice Developer, you will play a vital role in supporting the ongoing development and enhancement of the Council’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform and other online platforms. This two-year, Level 4 apprenticeship, delivered by Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG), is an ideal pathway for anyone looking to combine practical work experience with high-quality formal training and qualifications. The successful candidates will:-
• Work alongside experienced developers to design, develop, test, and deploy solutions tailored to the needs of our residents and council staff
• Contribute ideas and participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to final deployment
• Assist in troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining our CRM system to ensure optimal performance and a seamless user experience
• Engage in regular training sessions and complete coursework for your Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship qualification
• Collaborate with colleagues across various Council departments to deliver digital solutions that make a difference
Requirements
We are looking for individuals who are:-
• Enthusiastic about software development and technology
• Curious, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges
• Problem-solvers, keen to contribute ideas and solutions
• Good communicators, able to work well in a team and with stakeholders
• Organised, with the ability to manage time and tasks effectively
To apply, you’ll need:
• 4 or more GCSEs (including in English and Maths) at grade 4/C or above
• A genuine interest in software development. Some experience of development (e.g. coding as a hobby, projects at school or college) is desirable but not essential
In return, we offer:-
• Full support to achieve your Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship qualification
• Mentoring and guidance from experienced professionals in a friendly, supportive environment
• Opportunities to work on meaningful projects that have a real impact on local services
Why work for us?
Newcastle-under-Lyme is a borough with big ambitions. We’ve already started our transformation, however, we still need to find better ways of doing things because we are determined to do the very best we can for our communities.
If our vision is to be the best, then we need the best people working for us. Our people are at the heart of what we do and have the freedom to innovate, grow and develop. We recruit people who share our vision and values; people who have the drive to deliver our ambitious Council plan.
Our historic Borough is a place of marked contrasts. We are the home of a world class University at Keele, a leading light known internationally for its research and sustainability record, which stands side by side with former mining communities including some which register amongst the most deprived areas in the country. Our Borough is also a mixture of urban centres, affected by some of the same social issues facing our neighbouring city, Stoke-on-Trent, but also outstanding rural landscapes in our less populated villages. Our plans and priorities aim to address the needs of all our communities.
Our People Offer
We reward our people with a competitive range of benefits including; access to the local government pension scheme, minimum 24 days annual leave plus 5 extra days after 5 years' service, flexible working options and family friendly policies, local and national high street discounts, free car parking, wellbeing support including £12.50 per month Jubilee2 membership , green travel scheme including cycle to work and electric car salary sacrifice, free employee 24 hour employee assistance and counselling services, flu vaccination service and health checks plus development and training opportunities.
Contact
For more information or an informal chat about the role, contact Jon Barker, Change Delivery Manager (jonathan.barker@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk)
Closing date
5 September 2025
Should we receive a large number of applications, then this post could close sooner than the date stated.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date.
Interview date
Week commencing 15 September 2025
Supporting documents and information
Download the job description and person specification
We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the interview or assessment process please contact our People team (humanresources@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk)
Need help completing the online application form?
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