Drivers Medical Remodel & Low Code Leader

Can you lead the design of innovative low-code solutions that improve casework processes and align with public service delivery goals? Do you have experience using Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics to create scalable, user-focused solutions in a collaborative environment? If so, we'd love to hear from you! The Operational Delivery Profession (ODP) is the largest and most diverse professional group within the Civil Service. It includes all roles that involve direct interaction with the public, as well as those that support front-line services behind the scenes. ODP professionals play a key role in delivering government services effectively and efficiently, helping to ensure that the public receives the support and information they need. From processing applications to managing customer service and supporting complex operations, ODP covers a wide range of responsibilities that are vital to the smooth running of public services across the UK. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here

• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday

• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at DVLA: Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency - Department for Transport Careers, Join us to lead the design and delivery of low-code solutions for the Drivers Medical Group Re-Model Project. You'll use tools like Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN), Document Generation Utility, and the Power Platform to modernise and streamline casework processes. Working closely with teams across the organisation, you'll develop innovative and scalable solutions that meet evolving business needs. This role sits within a people-focused environment that values collaboration, development, recognition, and support for everyone. Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to:

• Lead the development and implementation of low-code solutions that improve Drivers Medical casework processes, ensuring alignment with fitness-to-drive standards.

• Collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders, and delivery partners to gather and shape business requirements that support effective, user-focused solutions.

• Explore new capabilities within Dynamics and the Power Platform to identify opportunities for innovation and improved service delivery.

• Provide leadership to low-code development teams, promoting innovation, setting clear direction, and supporting successful project delivery.

• Oversee the planning and delivery of training and support, ensuring teams can confidently adopt new technologies and processes. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process., Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. This role is suitable for hybrid working, and therefore a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. Hybrid working is a non-contractual arrangement where employees have the flexibility to work remotely combined with a minimum of 60% of their working time a month at either their principal workplace (one of the locations cited in the advert) or, when required for business reasons, visiting stakeholders and colleagues, or carrying out detached duty in another VCA workplace. There may be occasions where you are required to attend above the minimum expectation. If you have questions regarding how hybrid working is practiced within the business area, or any reasonable adjustments or flexible working arrangements you may currently have or need in place if successful in your application, please contact the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Visa Sponsorship Please note that we do not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Licence sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. Candidates must ensure they have the appropriate rights to work in the UK before application.

Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Delivering at Pace

• Changing and Improving, This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. The selection process for this role will be: Stage 1: Sift of CV and personal statement Stage 2: Interview You must be successful at each stage to progress to the next stage. Stage 1: Sift At sift, you will be assessed against the following Success Profile elements: Experience - you will be asked to provide a CV (unlimited wordcount) and personal statement (750-word count). Please provide evidence of your Experience of the following:

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Drivers Medical casework processes and fitness to drive standards.

• Drive the development of business requirements by proactively engaging with colleagues and stakeholders across all levels, ensuring their insights shape a comprehensive and aligned solution.

• Continuously explore and evaluate emerging capabilities within Dynamics and Power Platform to identify opportunities for innovation and enhanced business value. The sift will take place week commencing 27/10/2025. Stage 2: Interview At interview stage, you will be assessed against the following Success Profile elements:

• Behaviours - Delivering at Pace, Changing and Improving.

• Experience

• Strengths The interviews will take place from the 10/11/2025. This interview will be conducted in person in Swansea and Birmingham. Further details will be provided to you should you be selected for interview. You can find out more about our hiring process, how to apply, and application and interview guidance on our careers site (opens in a new window). Please note that we will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates will change. Further information on the selection process Feedback on your application can only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. We will also hold a 12-month reserve list for this role, which may lead to potential opportunities beyond the role you applied for. You can read more about our reserve lists here. During your application, you should indicate which location(s) you wish to be considered for and, if successful, you will be placed on an individual list of candidates for each location. Candidates will be held on that list and drawn from it in merit order. We advise you to carefully consider which locations you wish to be considered for. If you decline an offer for a location you have expressed a preference in or have expressed an interest in more than one location and accept an offer, you will be withdrawn from any lists you may be held on. We may also offer candidates a location that they have not expressed a preference for where we have the requirement to do so but this will again be done on the basis of your place in the overall merit order and, in this event, you will not be removed from the list if you decline. Appointments for this position will be made in order of merit. If you are successful in the selection process but there are no further available posts for the advertised role, you may be contacted to discuss an offer for a lower graded role (with similar experience and responsibility requirements). If you are unsuccessful in the selection process, your application may be considered for a lower graded position if your demonstrated skills and experience meet the requirements of the alternative position. Candidates will be considered in order of merit. AI Tools and Platforms Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Further information on the selection process Pre-employment Checking Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. If your application is successful but you have been dismissed from the Civil Service within the last 12 months, your application could be removed at the pre-employment checking stage. Reasonable Adjustments As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non-visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. Complete the "Assistance required" section in the "Additional requirements" page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need during the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at an interview, or if you're deaf, a Language Service Professional. If you need a reasonable adjustment so that you can complete your application, you should contact Government Recruitment Service via dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)

• Strong understanding of Drivers Medical casework processes and fitness-to-drive standards.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, suppliers, and technical teams.
• Experience working with low-code platforms, particularly Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Skilled in testing and validating technical solutions to ensure they meet business needs and deliver value.
• Knowledge of and commitment to following relevant policies, including Health & Safety, Data Protection, and Security protocols.

Alongside your salary of £35,663, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £10,331 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits:

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
• 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday.
• Access to the staff discount portal.
• Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
• Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Find out more about the benefits of working at DfT and its agencies