Job Introduction
Medway Council is looking for an ICT Lead PHP Developer to help lead the ongoing development, support and improvement of our public-facing digital services.
This role is centred around the Jadu platform, including the use of Jadu CMS to manage web content and Jadu XFP to develop online forms that support service delivery for residents. While PHP development remains an important part of the role, the post is not focused purely on standalone PHP coding or framework-led application development. The successful candidate will be working within a wider digital services environment, supporting accessible, user-friendly and scalable online services.
You will play a key role in helping the Council deliver high-quality digital services that are clear, accessible and easy for residents to use. This will include building and maintaining web solutions, supporting online forms, working with integrations and APIs, and helping ensure that services are secure, reliable and maintainable.
As a lead role, you will also provide guidance, support and mentoring to other developers, helping to promote good development practice, coding standards, testing, documentation and continuous improvement. You will work closely with colleagues across ICT, front-end developers, designers, business analysts and service areas to translate business requirements into practical digital solutions.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with CMS platforms. Experience with PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, relational databases, APIs and accessible web development will also be important.
Why join us?
This is an opportunity to join an ICT Development Team that supports a broad range of Council services and plays an important role in improving how residents access services online.
If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail David Bailey on [email protected]
Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.
When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.
The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:
Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.
Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.
Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.
We are seeking a ICT Lead PHP Developer (Jadu Platform & Digital Services) to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.
Important Information-
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Applicants must be able to demonstrate all criteria at level A which are essential for appointment to the role.
Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.
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For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
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Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.
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Please note, we prioritise applications from current Medway Council redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.
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We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.
