Software Developer Apprenticeship

Remote 23 months Funding available for employers

Launch your career with the Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship, designed to develop professionals who can design, build, and maintain software applications.

Over 23 months, you’ll gain coding expertise, agile development skills, and hands-on experience with modern frameworks and tools.

  • Advanced software development training
  • Real-world projects & portfolio development
  • Industry-recognised certifications
Software Developer

Is this Apprenticeship right for me? 

This programme is ideal if who want to specialise in software development or progress from a technical support role. It’s also perfect if you enjoy problem-solving, coding, and creating innovative digital solutions.

Employers can use this apprenticeship to upskill existing staff or hire new talent for software development projects.

Learners should be:

  • Aged 16+
  • In full-time employment (or looking to be hired as an apprentice)
  • Comfortable working with technology and programming concepts

Software skills you'll gain

By completing this apprenticeship, you'll develop advanced software development skills, including:

  • Building user interfaces and web applications
  • Agile development and requirements gathering
  • Object-oriented programming principles
  • Database design and integration
  • Testing and quality assurance techniques

Knowledge gained

During the apprenticeship, learners gain a strong understanding of:

  • Software development lifecycle
  • Programming languages and frameworks
  • Agile methodologies and project management
  • Database systems and data handling
  • Testing strategies and debugging

Transferable skills

Learners also build wider professional skills highly valued by employers, such as:

  • Communication and stakeholder engagement
  • Time management and working to deadlines
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving
  • Professional documentation and reporting

Funding & How it works

This apprenticeship is government-funded. Employers can use Apprenticeship Levy funds, or for non-levy employers, only a 5% contribution is required, with the remaining 95% funded by the government.

For learners, there is no cost to join the programme.

To get started, simply fill out the enquiry form on this page, and a member of our team will contact you to discuss hiring options, eligibility, or joining as an apprentice.

What you'll learn

Software Developer Apprenticeship - Programme Overview

Learners complete structured workshops, online tasks, and workplace projects supported by expert coaches, building a portfolio aligned with real software development activity.

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How it works

If you’re new to apprenticeships, this is what you can expect once you’ve applied for the course. 

  1. Apply
  2. Eligibility call
  3. Enrol
  4. Learn
  5. Complete

"The support was immense from induction to securing a role in a multinational company."

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