Systems Developer
We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Developer to join the team on a full- time, permanent basis. In return,you will receive a salary of £38,825 - £41,193 per annum depending on experience.
We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.
About the role:
As the Systems Developer, you will be responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and implementation of software to support Brockenhurst College’s systems development strategies.
Responsibilities as our Systems Developer will include:
- Work closely with and assist the Learning Technology and Development Manager to scope and develop systems development plans.
- Design, develop and maintain software in-line with the college’s systems development plans, including integrations between systems where data is transferred and accessed internally.
- Ensure consistent design, user experience and accessibility across all developed systems.
- Assist in supporting and mentoring other members of the team to share knowledge and development techniques, identifying training needs as appropriate.
- Work with the college IT teams to ensure systems developed by the team comply with GDPR and access permissions are secured using current best practices.
- Work with the college MI team to ensure data is correctly stored, managed and accessed efficiently and effectively.
- Undertake relevant research and development activity to ensure work completed is always using effective tools and techniques.
- Communicate effectively about technical systems and solutions with non-technical colleagues at all levels of the organisation.
As our Systems Developer, you’llideally have:
- Level 3 in an IT or development related qualification, or relevant work experience.
- Level 2 English and Maths.
- Experience of working in an office environment using administrative systems.
- Knowledge and experience of MSSQL database modelling, design, building and maintenance.
- Knowledge and experience with C#, .NET, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (or derivatives).
- Knowledge of working with RESTful APIs, web services and version control (e.g. Git).
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Option for remote working for the right candidate.
Benefits:
- 25 days leave (rising with service), plus Christmas closure and bank holidays
- An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
- On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
- Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Free eye care vouchers
- Free secure onsite parking
- Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
- Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
- Weekly staff football
If you feel you are the right candidate for this Systems Developer role,then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.