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Salary: £? - ? per year
Requirements: Proven experience working as a Scrum Master at SFIA Level 5Previous hands-on experience within software development or software testingStrong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and the end-to-end software delivery lifecycleExperience working within complex, multi-team technology environmentsStrong delivery focus, with the ability to identify and resolve blockersConfident stakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to challenge, influence and drive positive delivery outcomesPrevious experience within government, public sector or other regulated environments Responsibilities: Act as Scrum Master for one or more delivery teams, facilitating Scrum ceremoniesDrive delivery outcomes while applying Agile principles pragmaticallyIdentify and remove delivery impediments, risks and dependenciesUse our technical background to assess delivery health, quality and readinessWork closely with Developers, Testers, Product Owners and Delivery LeadsProvide clear delivery updates to stakeholdersEnsure delivery activities align with relevant governance requirementsChallenge teams and stakeholders constructively to keep delivery on track Technologies: More:
We are looking for an experienced Scrum Master to join a complex technology delivery environment for a central Government Department. This is a 12-month contract with potential for extension, based in Telford with 1 day per week onsite. The rate is £550 per day, inside IR35, and the role requires BPSS clearance. This role would suit someone who has progressed into Scrum Master or Agile Delivery positions from a software development or software testing background, bringing strong technical understanding alongside Agile delivery experience. We take a delivery-focused approach, using technical knowledge to identify risks early, challenge constructively, and adapt ways of working where required to ensure teams continue to deliver successfully.
last updated 39 week of 2026