Job summary
Are you the software developer the NHS in Berkshire is looking for? Are you ready for a change and a challenge? If so, we want to hear from you.
SHaRON (Support Hope and Recovery Online Network) - is the only digital peer-to-peer support platform in the NHS.SHaRON supports services users with a variety of mental health issues in Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and other NHS Trusts in the UK.
Due to expansion of the programme, we are looking for a software developer to join our team.
This is a full time post supporting home working with an expectation of attending face to face team meetings based in Berkshire.
Main duties of the job
- Support the Senior Software Developer in the provision, planning, development, implementation and management of software applications and therapeutic system, across Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and external NHS Trusts in the NHS.
- Deputies for the Senior Software Developer as required.
- Working in the SHaRON team (Support, Hope and Recovery / Resources On-Line Network) developing complex software and applications to the highest standards. Technologies employed to deliver these solutions include Ubuntu Server, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (jQuery, MooTools), Zend framework, and XML using common IDE's such as PhpStorm / NetBeans, and GIT.
- Solutions must be of the highest quality and capable of supporting Berkshire Healthcare and organisations across the UK, for whom we deliver digital solutions.
- Working closely with clients, in-house designers, and other experienced developers. We have a collaborative approach to projects, and you will be part of a highly motivated and focused team working together to see projects through to delivery, on time and within budget.
- You will liaise with customers and strive to deliver the highest levels of service.
- The post holder reports to the Senior Software Developer and is responsible for designing and building effective and efficient software systems.
- Support the meeting of significant income generation targets.
- Support the Senior Software Developer with research requirements.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC'. We're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell.
- Generous NHS pension scheme.
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities.
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme.
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services.
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants.
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality.
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
- Free parking across Trust sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this
- Worked in a professional PHP, LAMP development role.
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in information architecture, MVC design patterns & frameworks, web development, object-oriented programming, database design & development, and testing.
- Extensive knowledge of Ubuntu Server, OOP, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (jQuery, MooTools), Zend framework, and XML using common IDE's such as PhpStorm / NetBeans, and GIT.
- Educated to degree level in a subject relevant to the post.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and let us be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Sara Wise SHaRON Programme Manager on 07879815069 or sara.wise@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this
- Worked in a professional PHP, LAMP development role.
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in information architecture, MVC design patterns & frameworks, web development, object-oriented programming, database design & development, and testing.
- Extensive knowledge of Ubuntu Server, OOP, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (jQuery, MooTools), Zend framework, and XML using common IDE's such as PhpStorm / NetBeans, and GIT.
- Educated to degree level in a subject relevant to the post.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and let us be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Sara Wise SHaRON Programme Manager on 07879815069 or sara.wise@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a subject relevant to the post.
- LAMP Qualification.
- Evidence of continuous personal and professional development
Previous Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a professional PHP, LAMP development role
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in information architecture, MVC design patterns & frameworks, web development, object-oriented programming, database design & development, and testing.
Desirable
- Experience in NHS Mental Health and Community Health businesses.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Worked in a professional web development role.
- Extensive knowledge of Ubuntu Server, OOP, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (jQuery, MooTools), Zend framework, and XML using common IDE's such as PhpStorm / NetBeans, and GIT
- Proficient in core Office 365 apps
- Ability to build and maintain key relationships with key stakeholders
- Is a team player
- Highly developed communication skills with the ability to communicate complex developmental and statistical information to large groups of managers
- Highly developed organisational and planning skills.
Desirable
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel to multiple sites
- Interpersonal and Information Analysis skills, self-motivated team player
- Ability to work to deadlines whilst under pressure.
- Logical and methodical approach to working
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Evidence of both operational and strategic thinking, planning and action
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a subject relevant to the post.
- LAMP Qualification.
- Evidence of continuous personal and professional development
Previous Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a professional PHP, LAMP development role
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in information architecture, MVC design patterns & frameworks, web development, object-oriented programming, database design & development, and testing.
Desirable
- Experience in NHS Mental Health and Community Health businesses.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Worked in a professional web development role.
- Extensive knowledge of Ubuntu Server, OOP, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (jQuery, MooTools), Zend framework, and XML using common IDE's such as PhpStorm / NetBeans, and GIT
- Proficient in core Office 365 apps
- Ability to build and maintain key relationships with key stakeholders
- Is a team player
- Highly developed communication skills with the ability to communicate complex developmental and statistical information to large groups of managers
- Highly developed organisational and planning skills.
Desirable
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel to multiple sites
- Interpersonal and Information Analysis skills, self-motivated team player
- Ability to work to deadlines whilst under pressure.
- Logical and methodical approach to working
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Evidence of both operational and strategic thinking, planning and action
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
