Tech Degree Apprenticeship

Company: PwC
Location: Manchester, M3 3EB
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: Competitive Salary
Sector: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Ref: VAC-00027
Application Deadline Date: 09/06/2022
Start Date: 03/10/2022
Positions Available: 50
Working Week: Monday - Friday 40hours

Brief Description

During the apprenticeship you’ll work in the PwC Manchester Technology Centre. You’ll work on cutting-edge digital and technology projects, supported by a community of technologists from across the firm.

Qualifications Required

Candidates should have or be expecting to achieve at least 112 UCAS points, or equivalent, with a substantial maths component for those pursuing the Data pathway.

However, we understand that personal circumstances and your socio-economic background (e.g. family income) can impact your ability to fulfill your full potential at school. If you think that this may apply to you, we’d be keen to hear from you if you’re on track to achieve a minimum of 96 UCAS points (or equivalent) and can demonstrate the relevant skills and interest.

You will need a minimum of grade 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Please note that to be eligible for an apprenticeship in England, the government does require that you have UK/EEA Nationality or Permanent Residency Status and have resided in the UK/EEA for at least 3 years prior to starting your apprenticeship.

This programme is for students who do not already have a Computer Science (or similar) degree, and who are starting out a career in the fields of software engineering, cyber security or data science. If you already have a similar degree or are an experienced professional in this area, please review PwC’s graduate and experienced professional opportunities.

We may need to discuss your eligibility with you during the application process. These eligibility criteria are defined by the UK government and may be subject to change.

Personal Qualities

Find out more about the skills you need here:
https://www.pwc.co.uk/careers/student-careers/apply/the-skills-we-look-for.html

Skills Required

Find out more about the skills you need here:
https://www.pwc.co.uk/careers/student-careers/apply/the-skills-we-look-for.html

Training to be Provided

Our Level 6 standard is integrated with a degree in Digital & Technology solutions which is validated by the Open University. Each cohort spends their first 6 weeks at college taking part in our Launchpad training.

This training not only covers modules for the degree programme but also ensures to prepare you for the workplace. Following the Launchpad training you will return to your employer for 7-8 weeks returning to Ada for one-week blocks on a rotation basis.

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship – there may be an opportunity for a permanent role or further training

Vacancy Detail

Flying Start degree programmes

If you have a passion for learning about tech and are keen to get your career off to a Flying Start, then this programme offers you the chance to do both.

As an apprentice at PwC, from day one you’ll get to work with our world-class clients and be part of our highly skilled technology teams based in our Manchester office.

Whilst studying locally at Ada, National College for Digital skills, you’ll also benefit from the learning you need to succeed by enhancing your on-the-job experience with further training and development.

What you’ll do

The Flying Start Technology Degree Apprenticeship programme based in Manchester with Ada College, lasts three years and will fast track your career in Technology.

During the apprenticeship you’ll work in the PwC Manchester Technology Centre, underpinned by a community of technologists from across the firm to interact and connect with, providing you with the support you need to develop and grow in your role.

As part of this community you’ll work on cutting-edge digital and technology projects to apply your apprenticeship learning, developing and delivering technology products and assets, supporting both our internal teams and our clients.

At PwC, our technology teams are diverse, ranging from Cyber Security, Data and Analytics, Technology Consulting and Forensic Technology to name but a few and our Manchester Technology Centre is just as diverse, split into three areas looking at demand, supply and data.

What you’ll gain

As part of the apprenticeship you’ll study towards a Level 6 degree apprenticeship in BSc Digital and Technology Solutions, specialising as either a Data Analyst, Software Engineer or Cyber Security specialist.

We will work with you to decide which pathway is the right choice for you based on your skill set, CV, experience, preferences and the business need.

The pattern of study is designed to fit around your full-time employment and uses a blended learning approach, which mixes work-based study and full-time attendance at college study weeks. You’ll spend approximately 80% of your time at PwC and 20% at Ada.

We are offering 3 pathways: Software developer, Cyber Security and Data analyst,

A Digital & Technology Solutions Professional provides technology enabled solutions to internal and/or external customers, in a range of areas including software, cyber security and data analysis

They implement technology solutions that enable businesses to develop new products and services and to increase an organisations productivity using digital technologies.

They are confident, competent and capable independent Technology Solutions Professionals able to operate in a range of related roles.

The occupation is based upon a core set of outcomes that will be identified by employers.

Other Information

Diversity
Valuing Difference. Driving Inclusion

We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool because creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business, enabling us to solve important problems and deliver value to our clients. We encourage an inclusive culture where people can be themselves, are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. As an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we also support different ways of working offering flexible working arrangements. Learn more here about our work to support an inclusive culture.