Your digital career starts here
The IT Talent Management Programme is our digital recruitment initiative, opening routes to information technology (IT) careers through apprenticeships and graduate development opportunities.
Based in Integrated Digital Services (IDS) at Leeds City Council, the programme aims to attract, develop and retain fresh IT talent. The programme supports our goal of building a workforce with the digital expertise to embrace innovation and optimise our use of technology, enhancing our public services and business operations.
The two-year programme combines on-the-job training and a formal learning schedule, with a view to offering suitable candidates a permanent role on successful completion.
The public sector offers a wealth of opportunity for rewarding digital careers, and we also host students on degree or T level courses for work placements as an introduction to our sector.
We are initially offering apprenticeship opportunities starting in autumn 2025, with the graduate programme expected to start in early 2026.
Please contact us with any queries about the IT Talent Management Programme or work placement opportunities. Email IDSTMP@leeds.gov.uk.
Digital apprenticeships
We are offering digital apprenticeships at Level 4, equivalent to the first year of a degree programme. The first cohort will start in autumn 2025 with applications opening in August.
The apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for you to gain expertise in a digital specialism such as:
- software development
- software testing
- data analysis
- cybersecurity technology
As a Level 4 Apprentice – Digital, you’ll be expected to balance work and study effectively as you develop your IT skills and knowledge through a blend of on-the-job, tutor-led and self-directed learning. You’ll work a 37-hour week, typically spending 30 hours per week in the workplace and your remaining contracted hours on training activities that contribute towards your apprenticeship. You will apply your learning to real-world scenarios in the workplace.
You’ll need to demonstrate commitment, time management, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly to the dynamic IT environment.
Eligibility requirements
To apply for the role of Level 4 Apprentice – Digital you must:
- be aged 18 or over and not in full-time education
- have the right to work in the UK
- hold at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) including English and Maths (desirable)
- demonstrate a keen interest in IT and related fields
- show commitment to the full two-year apprenticeship at work and in the classroom
How to apply
Visit the Leeds City Council job site and search for Level 4 Apprentice – Digital. Select the specialism that interests you.
Before you apply, make sure you meet the basic eligibility criteria above and carefully read the advertisement and job description. We can only consider applications from eligible candidates who evidence that they meet the essential requirements specified in the job description.
To help you with your application, we strongly advise that you:
- research the apprenticeship to understand the scope, training modules, and career prospects
- gather the necessary documents for your application, such as your CV and academic certificates
- download the job advert and job description for future reference (you won’t be able to see it on the job site after the closing date)
- refer to our guidance notes on completing your application
- think about all your relevant skills, qualifications and experience, such as digital projects and any previous work in IT so you can highlight these in your application
When you are ready to apply:
- click the apply button beside the job advert to access our recruitment portal
- create an account so you can log in and check the progress of your application
- complete your application (you can save and return to it at any time) and submit
After the closing date we will shortlist those candidates who best match the essential requirements in the job description and invite them to interview. Find out more about interviews and other assessment processes.
