About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated Developer to support the design, development and ongoing improvement of in-house digital applications that underpin critical clinical services. You will work closely with clinicians, managers and senior developers to deliver high quality, user-focused solutions that make a real difference to patient care.
Main duties of the job
Support the development and enhancement of applications and reports Work with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into solutions Perform database queries and data analysis to support service delivery assist with testing, release and change control processes Provide training and support to system users Investigate and resolve system issues and improve application quality
About us
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.
Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.
Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.
We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Job description Job responsibilities
Knowledge of SQL and development languages (e.g. C#, JavaScript, HTML) Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Good communication and teamwork skills Experience of working with data and systems in a professional environment
Visa sponsorship is not possible for this role for either candidates or existing employees. This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker/ Health and Care Worker visas as set out at gov.uk. Graduate visa holders should have no expectation of long-term employment through sponsorship. Additionally, your visa conditions and validity period must allow you to work in the role question and for a suitable period to allow training and execution without requiring sponsorship.
Please ensure that you have read and understood the job description and person specification before applying.
Person Specification
Skills / Competencies Essential
Effective communication skills - verbal, written, presentational and interpersonal Well presented, flexible, positive, resilient, methodical, team player Able to participate in the production of clinical business requirements and high level design deliverables Proven problem solving approach to live issue resolution Able to learn new technologies and IT systems quickly Able to extract information and analyse trends Excellent attention to detail Good problem solving skills Ability to deal with people and difficult situations Able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities Demonstrates an organised approach to work Ability to work on own initiative Maintains confidentiality when handling sensitive information Trustworthy, reliable and conscientious Project a professional image There is a frequent requirement to use VDU equipment more or less continuously on most days Car owner & user (post holder will be required to work across NWAS footprint at short notice)
Qualification and Knowledge Essential
GCSE grade 4-9 in English Literature or Language and in Mathematics or equivalent qualifications Knowledge acquired to diploma level or equivalent Computing or IT qualification Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Knowledge of SQL Knowledge of development languages e.g. HTML, C#, PHP and/or Javascript Proficient in the use of Microsoft Applications Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols
Experience Essential
Significant experience in administrative systems Significant experience of administration and office routines Experience of troubleshooting and problem solving Experience of analysing and presenting data
Values and Behaviours Essential
Flexible approach to working and requirement to work unsociable hours in line with the needs of the service Working together - demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable Being at our best - professional and adaptable and takes pride in work Making a difference - act with compassion, kindness and integrity towards everyone
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.
Employer details Employer name North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Address Trust Wide
Trust
L24 8RL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nwas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)