Job Description

Focus Micro Systems are an in house software development company who develop software for the property sector and have been dedicated in doing so for over 40 years. Our close knit, Oxford based team know our products inside out, having designed and developed them from the ground up.

Training and Qualification

Work As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. What you'll do at work Qualifications included:€¢ Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths€¢ Level 3 Software Development Technician Apprenticeship End Point Assessment:€¢ Work based project and presentation€¢ Portfolio based interview What next?Those completing the apprenticeship can apply for registration with the Register of IT Technicians confirming level 3 professional competence. Entry criteria;Applicants are likely to have 5 GCSEs A*- C / 9 - 4, including Maths and English, or equivalent, and will need to demonstrate the ability to achieve all elements of the apprenticeship during their programme, including working in a suitable job role. Where you'll work SHERLOCK HOUSE BAYSWATER FARM ROAD HEADINGTON OXFORD OX3 8BX

Required Skills & Qualification

Essential qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: Maths & English (grade A*- C / 9 - 4) Desirable qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: Computer Science (grade A*- C / 9 - 4) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Customer care skills Problem solving skills Administrative skills Number skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Initiative Patience SQL Queries Time Management Windows inc word & excel Other Please apply as soon as possible for this role. Should the right candidate be found prior to the closing date, then the vacancy may be closed early. Apprenticeship Assessment and Information Session: Any new person applying for apprenticeship roles where Abingdon and Witney College deliver the training will be required to attend an Apprenticeship Assessment and Information Session at Witney or Abingdon campus. This will consist of a series of initial assessments (required prior to any apprenticeship offer), completion of essential paperwork, the opportunity to find out more about the apprenticeship process, the training included, and a forum for your questions. As a new Apprenticeship applicant you will only have to undergo this process once. If you would like to talk to us about the assessments or if you would need any extra support to attend the Apprenticeship Assessment and Information Session please call us on 01235 216216. Qualification checks: By applying for this vacancy you are giving Abingdon and Witney College permission to undertake a Learner Record Service check on your previous qualifications. We make every effort to ensure that applicants from non-traditional academic backgrounds or those who may not have the formal GCSE entry can access apprenticeships where possible. The National Minimum Wage (NMW) for Apprentices is £6.40 per hour from April 2024. This applies to 16 - 18 year old apprentices and those aged 19 and over during the first year of their apprenticeship. After this, the National Minimum wage appropriate to their age applies. The Wage for apprentices applies to both time spent on the job plus time spent training.

Employer

Focus Micro Systems

OXFORD, OX3 8BX

Provider

ABINGDON AND WITNEY COLLEGE

About Employer

Focus Micro Systems are an in house software development company who develop software for the property sector and have been dedicated in doing so for over 40 years. Our close knit, Oxford based team know our products inside out, having designed and developed them from the ground up. We have developed property management software packages to support letting agents, estate agents and business transfer agents. Whatever the property agencies require, we have the software package waiting for them. Founded in 1981 we are proud of our position as market leaders in the property management software sector. We thoroughly develop and test our products and are entirely confident that our intuitive property software packages, support, training, and maintenance solutions will suit all the requirements of any property agency. Our expert professional and friendly team are able to provide the perfect solution for any property agent. We build and update our software packages regularly to meet the ever-changing property market. We are always at the forefront of new technology and are able to adapt to the needs of those in the property sector.