Job title: Test Analyst
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract until 31 December 2027
Location: Guildford and Manchester
Salary: Guildford - £41,500 to £46,400 and Manchester - £39,900 to £44,500
Working Arrangements: Hybrid working, 2 days a week in office
Do you thrive in agile teams where your testing insights directly shape better products and smarter decisions?
This is a great opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality technology that supports learners across the UK. As a Test Analyst, you'll work closely with development teams to ensure solutions are reliable, fit for purpose and ready to meet real business needs.
You'll help design, plan and execute testing activities in line with AQA practices, supporting the delivery of high-quality systems. You'll provide clear insights into testing outcomes so stakeholders can make confident decisions about the quality and readiness of solutions. You'll also play an important part in AQA's transition to modern, cloud-based technologies and agile ways of working. Your contribution will help improve how technology is delivered and continuously enhanced to support evolving business needs.
In this role, you'll be responsible for:
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Designing and delivering both functional and non-functional testing, ensuring systems meet requirements and identifying risks early in the development lifecycle
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Working as part of an agile development team, contributing to daily activities, backlog refinement and iteration planning with a focus on quality and risk-based testing
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Providing clear, accurate testing insights and raising defects, helping stakeholders assess quality and supporting continuous improvement across testing practices
You'll thrive in this role if you're a collaborative and detail-focused tester who enjoys problem-solving and improving quality in fast-paced environments. You'll bring:
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Experience of testing within Agile environments, with a strong understanding of the testing lifecycle and different testing approaches
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The ability to carry out both functional and non-functional testing, including an awareness of performance and security testing principles
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Awareness of AI tools and technologies, and how they can be used to improve test preparation and efficiency
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Strong analytical and communication skills, with the confidence to explain technical issues to a range of audiences
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Experience using testing tools and applying recognised testing techniques, such as risk-based or scenario-based testing
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A proactive and improvement-focused mindset, with the ability to identify risks and suggest better ways of working
This role offers the chance to make a real impact while developing your skills in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You'll benefit from:
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The opportunity to contribute to large-scale technology transformation, including cloud and continuous delivery initiatives
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Ongoing development and learning opportunities, including exposure to modern testing practices and tools
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Flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance
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A collaborative and inclusive culture, where your ideas and input are valued
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The chance to work on systems that support learners and education across the UK
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone-regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background-is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Application process
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To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 23.59 on Sunday 14 June.
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First stage interviews will take place remotely on the week of 22 June, second stage interviews will take place in our Manchester and Guildford offices on the week of 29 June.
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