The world-class Wren Kitchens IT team celebrates the graduation of its first eight employees successfully passing the IT Academy programme.
The graduates were mentored on a 12-week intensive course in PHP and JavaScript Development and now they will embark in a progressive future working on exciting enterprise projects such as Virtual Reality, 3D CAD planner systems plus web and mobile applications.
As the UK’s number one kitchen retailer continues to rapidly expand, new technology is at the heart of its success and it will be recruiting 100 new graduates next year into its tech team based in Barton-upon-Humber.
The IT Academy has opened new opportunities for future IT stars across other disciplines such as Android, iOS, DevOps, Front-End, C#, Project Management, Business Analytics, Database Administration and Software Testing alongside PHP and JavaScript which will lead to full-time positions. Wren will be having five intakes of graduates throughout 2020, with positions still available across all disciplines. To apply, please visit wrencareers.com
Graduate JavaScript Developer, Ben Hide, 34, from Woodhall Spa, said: “I can really see my opportunities here at Wren, there are so many avenues to progress further and I hope to become a senior software developer working on 3D design.
“The academy has really built the fundamental foundations for me and I hope to build upon them as I learn more and more from my mentors.”
“There are so many support branches to enable you to continually develop,” said Graduate JavaScript Developer, Jack Hewitt, 21, from Immingham.
“I’ve been working on various exciting projects including developing 2D and 3D design for the kitchen planner. If you work hard, you’re rewarded for it and Wren recognises that.”
Emilio Beard, 24, from Hull, feels lucky to have been given the opportunity. He said: “I’ve improved throughout the journey and since I passed the academy, I feel like I have a real sense of job security.
“I didn’t realise how important IT is to Wren and it’s great to be part of such an exciting and expanding team.”
To support its rapid retail showroom expansion across the UK, Wren will almost double its IT capacity over the next year to ensure it’s at the forefront of the industry with innovative software and technology.
“This is a real milestone moment for our tech team as we celebrate the success of our hardworking graduates and our mentors which have strengthened their skills with real hands-on training,” concluded Wren Kitchens IT Director, Craig Douglas.
“Each and every single member of the IT team is vital to us, as their skills and expertise builds upon the future of Wren’s success.”
There are over 1,800 people based at Wren’s headquarters working in various roles including customer services, marketing, manufacturing, HR, finance and property.
Are you an IT graduate or a school/college leaver with a passion for IT looking for a challenge? Check out the opportunities section on www.wrencareers.com for more information and to apply.
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