Graduate Software Developer

Description

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.

Role Information

Duties

• Use the latest development tools to solve problems and create solutions that fit the needs of our internal and external customers.
• Work hard 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 your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours.
• Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company.
• Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Provide learners, customers, and colleagues with support, advice, and guidance as part of your everyday role.

Working Flexibly

If the working hours, days, or times don't quite meet your needs, please contact us to see if we can accommodate working flexibly. We can provide this advert in an additional format if required.

Essential Criteria

We love to develop our people, so even if you don't meet 100% of the essential criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply.

• 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.

Why Work for Learning Curve Group?

There are many reasons that make Learning Curve Group a fantastic place to work!

Although we have some great benefits, we know that one of our biggest perks is the incredible People & Culture we have been lucky enough to create. In addition to working for a company that has been listed as the top 100 companies to work for in 2023, you'll have access to the below benefits:

• 36 hour week for all full-time employees! For most, this means a 15:30 finish on a Friday!
• 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.
• Student / Teacher Discount.
• Uniform.

Head Office Perks

These perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space:

• Electric Car charging points.
• Free fruit, Coffee, and Tea.
• Onsite shower.
• Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship.

Equal Opportunities

You’re unique – and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Don’t just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all.

Halo Code

Learning Curve Group stands against hair discrimination in the workplace and champions the right for our Purple People to embrace Afro-Hairstyles including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps.

Disability Confident Leader

Disability Confident Leader status is the highest level of the scheme. It is awarded to organisations that act as champions for the rights of disabled people within their networks and who lead the way to help other businesses to become disability confident. At LCG we understand the need to remove barriers to create a level playing field. That's why if you require any reasonable adjustments to the interview and/or workplace, we welcome a discussion.

Armed Forces Covenant Gold

12% of our entire workforce are veterans of the armed forces and as such, it’s only right we show our support by pledging to the Armed Forces Covenant. It is a promise to those who serve or who have served, and their families, which says we will do all we can to ensure they are treated fairly and not disadvantaged in their day-to-day lives. As part of this promise, Reservists will receive an additional 10 days paid leave to attend training.

• Domestic Abuse Covenant.
• Care Leaver Covenant.
• Working Chance.
• Ban the box.

Recruitment Checks

Learners are at the centre of everything we do so we are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. This means for some of our roles, we need to carry out certain checks to ascertain someone's suitability for working with learners. As this role will not include regulated activity with learners, a DBS is not required. However, you will be required to provide satisfactory references and prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Level of Vocational Experience

Less than 1 year

Applications Close Date

31 Jul 2026