Abstract:

In September 2008, SSS launched an industry first Advanced IT Apprenticeship, with the objective of creating a talented pool of junior mainframe developers. From day one support and feedback for the programme has been positive from the general IT community, partners, suppliers and client alike. Now at the end of the first year the apprentices have already spent several months doing real work for real clients earning real money and praise for their effort and ability.

This session gives an insight into the practical experience of developing and delivering the programme and the ambitious plans SSS have for the future to help others do likewise.

John Merchant is a consultant at Strategic Systems Solutions Ltd, a global IT and BPO service provider to the financial sector. At SSS John has performed a variety of roles from leading teams and projects to training and management. He started his IT career for Nissan working on the mainframe, helping to build the systems that made the manufacturing plant in Sunderland one of the best in the world.

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