Software and DevOps Engineering Apprenticeships
| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,975 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester, m2 3lr |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | DWP Digital |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 420231_1754657566 |
Summary
DWP. Digital with Purpose
Do you want to launch a career in digital? Do you want to develop skills and gain experience that employers really value?
If the answer to these questions is 'Yes', why not apply for our apprenticeship programme. We're recruiting into two roles:
- Associate Level 1 DevOps Engineers
- Associate Level 1 Software Engineers
This apprenticeship programme is an exciting opportunity to 'earn as you learn' and get hands on practice while you study towards a Level 4 qualification. You'll receive formal learning to develop crucial skills, knowledge and behaviours for your career and be part of a great team.
We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives.
The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.
Tell me about the Apprenticeships
Associate Level 1 DevOps Engineers
We've got apprenticeship roles across our Digital Hubs in Newcastle, Blackpool, Leeds, London, and Sheffield.
As a DevOps Apprentice, you'll join teams such as Hybrid Cloud Services and citizen-facing service teams, gaining hands-on experience in building and supporting scalable digital infrastructure. You'll work with tools like Terraform, Ansible, and GitLab, while studying towards a Level 4 DevOps Engineer qualification.
Associate Level 1 Software Engineers
We've got apprenticeship roles across our Digital Hubs in Manchester and Newcastle.
As a Software Engineering Apprentice, you'll work with modern technologies such as Java, Node.JS, Microservices, and Test-Driven Development, contributing to the design and delivery of digital services. The programme includes structured boot camps and hands-on experience within engineering teams, leading to a Level 4 Software Developer qualification.
In each role you'll be supported by your line manager, skills coach, the wider engineering community, and fellow apprentices-giving you plenty of encouragement to succeed.
To make the most of this opportunity, you'll need to be proactive, ready to work hard, and eager to engage with the many learning experiences available.
This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your engineering career at DWP Digital and grow into a highly skilled tech professional.
Are you ready?
We're really keen to attract a broad range of applicants from diverse backgrounds. If you have the right motivation and attitude, and you want to launch a career in tech then we want to hear from you.
We're looking for apprentices who have the following:
- Attention to detail
- Good communication skills
- Good problem-solving skills,
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to balance work and study, and passion for learning new things.
How do I apply?
You will work through a largely self-selecting application process run by Makers Academy.
This process is designed to enable you to try coding and to help you understand if you are suitable for the apprenticeship.
To be apply for this apprenticeship you are required to hold the following minimum eligibility criteria:
- Hold a valid passport/birth certificate or residence permit
- Have the right to live and work in the UK
- Must have lived in the UK and/or EEA (European Economic Area) for 3 years prior to apprenticeship start date or hold refugee status
- Not be in full-time education or be undertaking another apprenticeship by the apprenticeship start date
- You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level in a similar subject
- You must hold GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above or complete and pass a functional skills test.
There has never been a more exciting time to get involved in a digital apprenticeship with DWP Digital. Click Apply now for more info and to start an application.
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