Job Description

Digital change within the NHS is gathering pace, and a key pillar in delivering change at Dorset County Hospital is the Software Development team. The team work closely with clinicians and operational teams and use their detailed domain knowledge to develop meaningful solutions that support the organisation in realising its digital ambitions.



The work of the team is broad and varied, and in an ever-changing healthcare landscape a pragmatic and flexible attitude is essential. The team supports many disciplines - clinical systems, business intelligence, operational systems, integration, support, infrastructure, and more. The post holder will get involved in all areas of the team's work, and continuously inspect, adapt, and evolve.



The post holder will be required to learn new skills, to innovate, to get involved in projects large and small, and contribute to the future direction of the team and how it operates.

The post holder will be expected to:

Identify and log acceptance criteria and test cases

Plan testing activities

Write test scripts

Evidence tests outcomes

Raise defects and support their resolution

Curate test data and assist with configuration and state of test environments

Facilitate user acceptance testing

Participate in design workshops

Provide updates to project teams and senior staff, and participate in development reviews and demonstrations

Support the ongoing operation of systems developed and maintained by the team

Participate in defining and refining the team's standards, practices, and methodology

Exhibit good agile behaviours and have a positive impact on the team



At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.



Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.



We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.



Our DCHFT and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.



The post-holder will be expected to communicate with a wide range of staff groups daily. This will often involve technical issues and will require effective and clear communication as well as patience and understanding.