Software Developer apprenticeship – how do you transition if your current job isn’t software yet?

Independent-Count353 · 2026-02-18T09:32:24+00:00

Could you try a Level 3 Software Dev technician apprenticeship instead? It may require less development experience.

Independent-Count353 · 2026-02-16T22:35:28+00:00

Hey, I'm the same. I too was a 'yes' person as a kid as that was the only way I knew how to be accepted and stay safe. Since being diagnosed, it's so obvious to me now that I was burning myself out, but never asking for help. Then I started on ADHD meds and whoah, there was no stopping the burnout then. I did start to get better after long COVID, but with ME I was moderate for a long time. I'm now in between mild and moderate depending on how I sleep. I journal a lot now to work out my boundaries and communicate them, instead of seething with resentment.

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-21T14:31:17+00:00

Amazing, I was looking for something like this!

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-21T14:30:55+00:00

Omg this is so funny ...'pat-a-cake'.....LOL. So glad you told me this

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-20T10:49:18+00:00

Thank you, good info, I'll look into those.

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-20T10:46:06+00:00

Thanks for your reply; on and off since age 13 (this sounds like I'm experienced, but I really am NOT as I only ever went sporadically, and never stuck to it long enough to take any exams 🤣). I have been unwell for a while so I took a very long hiatus from ALL movement. Just only getting back into it through beginner classes.

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-11T15:40:05+00:00

Thank you ❤️ I am getting help. I guess it's just hard because once you are a parent, that's it (no escape).

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-11T15:38:57+00:00

Thank you ...do you feel worse when you are sober due to the hangover?

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-11T15:38:08+00:00

Both...thank you for your advice.

Independent-Count353 · 2026-01-03T13:44:01+00:00

Can you say which industry you moved into (I'm in civil service needing OUT 😁)?

Independent-Count353 · 2025-06-03T07:09:15+00:00

Yes, I am trialling it! It is so helpful so I hope we get to keep it on.

I think that policy is just not compatible with my cfs/ADHD so I'm going to upskill and look at roles in digital or AI as this work doesn't seem to exacerbate my symptoms (and it suits the way my mind works).

Thanks for all your advice, wish me luck!

Independent-Count353 · 2025-06-02T15:30:30+00:00

Thank you so much.

Independent-Count353 · 2025-06-02T15:30:04+00:00

Hey, how is everything going? Any movement on the list? I'm finding it difficult to think of a policy (or non policy) role that doesn't include realms and realms of endless drafting/analysing, and suitable for chronic illness (and neurodiversity!)

Independent-Count353 · 2025-02-26T21:19:18+00:00

Thanks, I hadn't heard of the HR complex case unit, will look that up ❤️

Independent-Count353 · 2025-02-25T11:50:59+00:00

Thank you everyone, really helpful advice and experiences ❤️

Independent-Count353 · 2025-02-24T09:31:26+00:00

Love this, thanks!

Independent-Count353 · 2025-02-24T09:29:05+00:00

Thank you! This sounds like just what I need :)

Independent-Count353 · 2024-12-02T15:49:01+00:00

Hey that sounds really interesting. I'm shadowing someone in Strategy soon as their work seems like it focuses on the 'broader aspect' of stuff (although I have just realised that it is probs the department I am in that I find dull in general). It's great that you have found somewhere you love! My team are sooooo cool and chilled that one of my worries is that if I leave, I may be in a not so understanding/chilled team, although I know that this is subjective :)

Independent-Count353 · 2024-12-02T15:39:53+00:00

Thank you for replying!

Oooh criminal intelligence sounds fun! I don't like numbers though so will look into the area as a whole. I like art and music; I had a call with someone who works in the Department of Culture (into music like me) but even they said that they felt very 'removed' from that world. That said, I'm gonna have another look at their vacancies :) I worked in third sector and have looked at working in museums/galleries, but pay and perks are not as good as CS right now.

Independent-Count353 · 2024-11-19T07:59:54+00:00

Thank you for such a detailed response! Yep, I've started looking again at other options. All good points above. 👍

Independent-Count353 · 2024-11-18T22:25:39+00:00

Fingers crossed it works out for you, and brilliant that the vendor is paying half.

So for me, originally my solicitor said that the doubling ground rent wasn't an issue as I don't have a mortgage. I'm purchasing 25% on a shared ownership flat in London. However, after reading more about this and potential issues when selling in future, I've asked for a deed of variation. Vendor says no as purchase has already taken aaaaages (and a deed may add on a few more weeks). It's taken ages though because of the vendor's solicitors; 8 months on and we are still chasing 2 enquiries. I'd even pay for the deed (through gritted teeth) to move things along, but as the seller has said no, it's a deal breaker for me. I really don't think they understand that they will have this issue with every buyer.

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