Job Description

Overview

Graduate Software Developer – VN5332

Location: Spennymoor, DL16 6FS | Contract: Permanent | Hours: 37.50 per week | Working days & times: Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:00 (Hybrid working)

This is an opportunity to become a Graduate Software Developer within a national education company, providing effective software solutions for internal and external customers. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to kick-start their career in software development, working on real-world projects that make a difference. You’ll be supported by experienced developers and technical leads, gaining hands-on experience with modern technologies including C#, React & SQL Server, agile methodologies, and best practices in software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Use the latest development tools to solve problems and create solutions that fit the needs of internal and external customers
• Work within an agile team to develop software that is of an exceptional standard
• Ensure an exceptional level of customer care is always delivered
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement
• Assist in troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving technical issues
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
• Conduct role in line with company values and expected behaviours
• Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity
• Comply with Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice and guidance as part of everyday role

Essential Criteria

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• An ability to quickly adapt to new situations
• Brilliant interpersonal skills
• Enthusiasm to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for technology and motivation to quickly develop a wide range of development skills
• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year
• Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years
• Healthcare Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Ikea Scheme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Paid Volunteer day each year
• Early Finish Fridays on the last Friday of every month
• Student / Teacher Discount
• Uniform

Other Information

• HEAD OFFICE PERKS: Electric Car charging points, Free fruit, Coffee and Tea, Onsite Shower, Prayer room on request
• EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity
• Halo Code: Prohibition of hair discrimination and support for Afro-Hairstyles
• Disability Confident Leader; Armed Forces Covenant Gold; additional leave for Reservists
• Recruitment Checks: DBS not required for this role, but satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK are required

Application close date: 31 Oct 2025