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Apprentices

Ready to make the most of your potential? Softcat is the perfect place to start out. We have a proud track record of training Apprentices, and then watching them follow successful careers with us. Whatever your talents, there could be an opportunity for you here – our main intake is Sales, but there are Technology and Business Operations opportunities too.

You will start earning from day one on all our award-winning Apprentice Programmes. You’ll also be tasked with a variety of exciting challenges, with plenty of guidance on hand from experienced colleagues, mentors and our employee support networks. Week by week, you’ll gain the knowledge, soft skills and confidence it takes to thrive.

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What We Look For


  • A genuine person who is positive with an enthusiastic approach to work.
  • An ambitious, motivated, and hardworking team player.
  • A willingness and commitment to learning and training.
  • An interest in technology is a plus but not a requirement.
  • Hold at least a GSCE in Maths and English (grade subject to qualification – see job advert for me details).

Learn & Grow

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FULL INDUCTION

Our induction programme is your chance to learn about Softcat, meet our business leaders and start finding out about the detail of your role.
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GAIN RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS

Through assessments and on-the-job training, you'll earn one of the following qualifications:
- Level 3 IT Technical Salesperson Standard awarded by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
- Level 3 Business Administration Standard awarded by City & Guilds
As well as a further opportunity to gain Level 2 Functional Skills.
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1-2-1 COACHING

You'll receive ongoing coaching throughout your apprenticeship, with your mentor on hand on a day-to-day basis.
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ONGOING TRAINING

Your learning takes place as a planned ongoing process. Each quarter your training builds on specific skills to develop your knowledge and experience.
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SALES APPRENTICE ACCREDITATIONS

Our top-tier partners deliver training through Academy workshops, giving you the opportunity to earn additional, specialised accreditations.

Career Path

Follow a structured career progression path to the role that suits you best.

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TECHNICAL / BUSINESS

After completing a Technical or Business Operational Apprenticeship and you’ve shown you have the potential to succeed, you could be offered a permanent role. In our growing business, you’ll find diverse opportunities in teams like Tech, HR, Finance or Customer Services.
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SALES ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

If you are a success on the Apprentice Sales Programme, you will be offered a permanent Sales Executive role on our sales team. Then there is a clear path in place: either staying within Sales where you can ultimately progress to a Senior Account Manager position, or alternatively you can develop your management skills, moving through Mentor, Deputy Team Leader and Team Leader roles. Who knows? You might even manage a team of Apprentices one day. Ultimately, the sky's the limit.

Latest Apprentices Jobs

Latest Apprentices Jobs

If you have any specific questions about working for Softcat, please check the FAQ section. If you can’t find the answer you are looking for, please email us at recruitmentteam@softcat.com, and we’ll get back to you when we can.

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