Role Overview
Kirklees Council is advertising a Degree Apprentice position on behalf of Greenhead College for the Digital Services Team.
This role offers a fully funded BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions degree and competitive salary from day one, with hands on industry experience. The apprenticeship will be a 4 year fixed term contract with 37 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
As a Digital Services team member you will support the Deputy Head of IT & Digital Innovation in:
- implementing and maintaining digital solutions for the council and college;
- contributing to IT strategy and project delivery;
- providing user support and troubleshooting;
- developing technical documentation and reports.
Salary & Working Hours
- Salary: £24,759 per annum.
- Working hours: 37 hours per week, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (flexible start/end).
- Pension: West Yorkshire Pension Fund with death in service grant.
- Contract: 4 year fixed term.
Benefits
- Fully funded university degree.
- £24,759 salary while studying.
- One day a week at university.
- Hands on industry experience over four years.
- Access to onsite gym, eye test vouchers, flu vaccination vouchers.
- Cycle to work scheme and mental well being events.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum of 104 UCAS points at A-level (grades BCC) or equivalent.
Application Process
Applications should be submitted to Jen Rothery, HR Manager, at . All applications should include:
- Greenhead College application form.
- Supporting letter indicating how you meet the person specification.
- Equality and Diversity form.
The successful candidate will be subject to safer recruitment checks, an enhanced DBS check, and a safety disclosure process.
Closing date
Tuesday 30 June 2026 - Start date 24 August 2026.