IM&IT Digital Technology Apprentice Scheme
The Information Management and Information Technology (IM&IT) function leads the advancement of cyber security technology, the management and assurance of digital information and the delivery of software solutions. You’ll learn from both internal and external industry experts, developing solutions to emerging problems.
We currently offer three nationally recognised Level 4 apprenticeships within this area:
- Software Developer, gains skills and technical grounding needed to design, test and maintain software.
- Data Analyst, develops skills needed to collect, organise and study data to provide a valuable business insight.
- Cyber Security technologists starts on a learning journey to understand data decryption, malware and the risks associated with evolving cyber-threats.
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Structure
The IM&IT Digital Technology Apprenticeship Schemes are all two-year structured learning and development programmes. During the two-year development programmes, you’ll focus on roles across different business areas within DE&S.
Year One
From day one you’ll be a key member of the IM&IT function where you’ll be embedded within placements in our teams. You’ll start your first placement on arrival into DE&S where you’ll be provided the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the organisation and start your onward career development. From here you’ll start to build your knowledge, skills, learning and experience as you support and deliver to our customers from within your placement teams.
Year Two
You’ll continue your rotation throughout the business working on various projects to enhance and build on your development. You’ll also be studying towards your professional qualification alongside your work placements.
End of scheme
Once you’ve successfully completed the scheme you can regrade into a permanent role within the IM&IT Function.
Bespoke training
After the two years, you’ll not only gain hands-on experience, but you will also aim to complete a nationally recognised Level 4 apprenticeship within your respective specialism.
Help and support
There’s plenty of support available on this Scheme. You’ll have:
- A dedicated scheme manager who’ll be responsible for co-ordinating your professional training and development throughout the scheme.
- A placement supervisor who’ll oversee your day-to-day management and provide on-the-job development opportunities.
Entry Requirements
Software Developer
On the Software Developer pathway, you’ll gain the skills and technical grounding needed to design, test and maintain software.
To apply you’ll need:
- five full GCSEs A-C or grades 9-4 (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths;
and
- an A Level in ICT or Computer Science
or
- a BTEC Extended Diploma in IT or Computing
or
- have successfully completed a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in a relevant subject.
Applications for the Software Developer pathway are now open, click here to apply via the Civil Service Jobs website
Data Analyst
On the Data Analyst pathway, you’ll develop the skills needed to collect, organise and study data to provide a valuable business insight.
five full GCSEs A-C or grades 9-4 (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths;
and
- an A Level in any subject
or
- a BTEC Diploma in any subject
or
- have successfully completed a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in a relevant subject.
Applications for the Data Analyst pathway are now open, click here to apply via the Civil Service Jobs website
Cyber Security
On the Cyber Security pathway, you’ll start on a learning journey to understand data decryption, malware and the risks associated with evolving cyber-threats.
To apply you’ll need:
- five full GCSEs A-C or grades 9-4 (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths;
and
- an A Level in ICT or Computer Science
or
- a BTEC Extended Diploma in IT or Computing
or
- have successful completed a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in a similar subject.
Applications for the Cyber Security pathway are now open, click here to apply via the Civil Service Jobs website
Selection process
When applying, you’ll complete an initial online application and be required to undertake an online numerical, verbal and Civil Service judgement test.
If you pass all tests, you’ll then complete a full application and upload your CV (please note the specific CV requirements on the job advert).
Finally, the top scoring candidates will be invited to an assessment centre in Bristol.
Benefits and discounts
We truly believe that DE&S is a great place to work, and we offer a unique experience for our graduates and apprentices.
We want to ensure that every single employee feels appreciated and fairly rewarded and being part of the Civil Service allows to offer a very unique and attractive benefits package including discounts on cinema tickets, sport and leisure and your weekly shop.
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“You get the chance to work, gain qualifications and progress all at the same time. DE&S is very supportive, as there are lots of people with vast amounts of experience to learn from who are always happy to help.”
– Rachel, Project Professional Scheme
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Should you require support with the application process or require any technical assistance please contact the DBS team on 0800 345 7772.
A provisional offer informs you that you have been successful at interview subject to pre-employment checks. At this stage we will initiate the necessary pre-employment checks, such as security clearance and medical questionnaires. If you are an external candidate, you are strongly advised not to give notice to your current employer until pre-employment checks have successfully been concluded.
Your provisional offer will inform you of the pre-employment checks. The security checks, which are undertaken by National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency, usually take the longest to complete so you will be invited to commence this aspect once you have been informed that you have completed your interview, as this reduces delays. An invitation to begin the security clearance process is not a guarantee that you will be given an offer.
All candidates will be required to undertake security clearances to the level the role requires prior to commencing employment. Assuming the candidate completes their security forms and references are returned in a timely fashion, and that no further checks or documents are required, we would expect the individual to be advised that we are in the position to make a formal offer of employment and start discussions to agree an appropriate starting date.
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