Web Developer

The growth of the Wessex Learning Trust has provided an exciting opportunity for a key Web Developer role within the technical team. The purpose of the role is to be accountable for designing, developing and managing software solutions, including web site builds for the Trust schools, business systems for the Trust's Operational teams and innovative e-learning solutions for effective contemporary teaching and learning and home-study. The successful candidate will be part of the Wessex Learning Trust technical team based at Kings Academy, Cheddar.

Candidates will need to demonstrate the following :

• Have excellent communication skills, and interpersonal skills, to ensure all stakeholders involved are satisfied with the post-holder's performance
• Have excellent problem-solving skills, to have the ability to think outside the box to find solutions to complex problems that are not only creative but efficient
• Have enviable attention to detail in all aspects of IT and general presentation of one's work
• Show flair and creativity in the IT field, having empathy, understanding and support with team members who are less experienced in IT
• Maintain fluency in one or more programming languages, such as HTML, PHP, SQL and My SQL and knowledge of Digital Media Production and Graphic Design
• Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
• Create website layout/user interface by using standard HTML/CSS practices

What we can offer:

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, Carefirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family

• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust

Closing date is 16 th May at 8am

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

A detailed job description is available on our website when you click apply below. To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on our website), together with a letter of application for the attention of Mr Gavin Ball (Chief Executive) and Mr Chris Oakley (Trust IT Manager) detailing your experience and impact to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. We require an application form and letter rather than a CV for all applicants, these should be returned via post or email, the details of which can be found via the apply button below.