Job Description

Software Development Team Leader

Salary: 45,264 - 49,143 per annum (Grade 10)

Contract type: Full-time (36.5 hours per week), Permanent

Well-known within the Welsh Education sector, WJEC is one of the leading providers of trusted qualifications across the UK. It's an exciting time to join our organisation, with an extensive portfolio of transformation projects taking place involving digital innovation and creativity.

This is a new role, responsible for leading a team of development professionals who will together design, implement and maintain data solutions used by a range of stakeholders. They will oversee the development processes from initial design through to integration to business as usual and their onward continuous improvement.

We're keen to receive applications from individuals with previous managerial/leadership experience and evidenced involvement in a range of software development projects. Candidates will be highly organised and have excellent interpersonal skills; providing them with the skills that enable successful outcomes to a range of multi-departmental projects that align to business goals and exceed user expectations.

The contract:

This role is a hybrid post, enabling the successful candidate to split their time between WJEC offices and working at home, subject to personal preference and business need. Role-holders should be prepared to work from our Cardiff offices at least once per week. Whilst Welsh language skills would be beneficial, they are not expected in this role.

At WJEC, we pride ourselves in being an inclusive and supportive place to work. We offer a range of excellent benefits including: 25 days annual leave per year (in addition to 16 statutory / additional holidays), free Welsh lessons, a defined benefit CARE pension scheme (LGPS) and numerous family friendly policies.

If you would like to know more about the position or about working for WJEC, please contact our HR team, who will be more than happy to speak to you.

Please visit our website (https://www.wjec.co.uk/home/about-us/working-for-us/) to download a copy of the job description and application form.

Closing date: 23:59; Wednesday 30 April 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,264.00-49,143.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cardiff CF5 2YX

Application deadline: 30/04/2025
Reference ID: 2501-09