Job summary
Do you have an appetite for learning?�
Do you like finding out stuff that you know nothing about?�
Do you like to ask questions where others don�t?�
If the answer to these questions is �Yes�, why not apply for our apprenticeship programme that is focusing on one area:�
1. Associate Level 1 DevOps 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.�
About DWP Digital:
We are leading the digital transformation of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) � the UK�s biggest government department.�
At DWP Digital, you�ll be part of a diverse, vibrant community, where you�ll be empowered to develop your skills and try new things at the cutting-edge of your industry. You can build a stimulating and fulfilling career here, full of interesting challenges and plenty of opportunities to grow.�
Putting the user at the centre of everything we do, our DevOps engineers use their logic, mathematical and problem-solving skills to develop apps and digital services that make a positive impact on millions of people�s lives.
Working with tools like Java,, Databases and concepts like containerisation and Test-Driven Development, as a DevOps engineering apprentice, you�ll gain the technical expertise to take your career in an exciting new direction.�
You�ll also combine this hands-on experience with virtual learning, delivered by our partner providers, including one-to-ones with tutors and mentors, lab tutorials, and proper research projects.��APPLY NOW!
Please note this role requires you to pass��clearance. For further information, please see 'Selection process details'.
Job description
About the apprenticeship roles
We have 18 places for DevOps Apprentices across 6�areas in DWP Digital, including our Hybrid Cloud Services team who provide Engineering Tooling and hosting platform to all of our Engineering teams as well as several of our teams who build and support services for millions of citizens.
You�ll develop crucial skills, knowledge and behaviours for your career and be part of a great team delivering digital applications and services.
This is a great opportunity to earn as you learn and get hands on experience of DevOps engineering. You�ll develop skills, knowledge and behaviours for your career with DWP Digital and be part of a great team.
Alongside gaining the skills you need for your new job role, you�ll be studying towards gaining a Level 4 DevOps engineer apprenticeship qualification. You�ll develop crucial skills, knowledge and behaviours to advance your career and be part of a great team delivering digital apps and services. If you wish to find out more about the apprenticeship, please click�.
You will be supported by your line manager, skills coach and the engineering community, as well as fellow apprentices on the programme, so you will have plenty sources of encouragement to help you succeed. It is also critical that you can be proactive and make the most out of your time on the apprenticeship.
There is a lot to do and learn, so you need to be ready to work hard and participate in the many opportunities you will be given.
This is a fantastic chance to build an engineering career at DWP and become a highly skilled tech professional.� To apply please follow this link:�
To be eligible for the apprenticeship you are required to hold the following minimum eligibility criteria:
2. Hold a valid passport/birth certificate or residence permit
3. Have the right to live and work in the UK
4. Must have lived in the UK and/or EEA for 3 years prior to apprenticeship start date or hold refugee status
5. Not be in full-time education or be undertaking another apprenticeship by the apprenticeship start date
6. You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level in a similar subject
7. You must hold GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above or complete and pass a functional skills tests.
Please note-�If you are applying on a part-time basis, you are required to do a minimum of 30 hours per week as this role combines work and studies.�
Person specification
The Success Profile Behaviours are outlined in the selection process details.
Benefits
Alongside your salary, the Department for Work and Pensions contributes towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.�
We also have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:
8. Working patterns to support work/life balance such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.
9. Generous annual leave � at least 23 days on entry, increasing up to 30 days over time (pro�rata for part time employees), plus 9 days public and privilege leave.
10. Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans for travel, a cycle to work scheme and an employee discount scheme.
11. Health and wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme for specialist advice and counselling and the opportunity to join a first-class programme of competitions, activities and benefits for its members (subscription payable monthly).
12. Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay after 1 year�s continuous service.
13. Funded learning and development to support progress in your role and career. This includes industry recognised qualifications and accreditations, coaching, mentoring and talent development programmes.
14. An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks including Women�s Network, National Race Network, National Disability Network (THRIVE) and many more.
Salary Information
Pay for this role is �29,500.
Our offer to successful candidates will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview.
Existing Civil Servants who secure a new role on lateral transfer should maintain their current salary.
Existing Civil Servants who gain promotion may move to the bottom of the next grade pay scale or 10% increase in salary whichever would be the greater.