Applications Test Lead

Sky UK
Croydon, United Kingdom
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 53K

Job location

Remote
Croydon, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Cerner
Java
Artificial Intelligence
Automation of Tests
Health Informatics
Oracle Applications
Release Management
Service Design
Data Streaming
Test Scripts
Reliability of Systems
Electronic Medical Records

Job description

greatest asset and so through Listening into Action - our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care.Join us Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud. #choosecroydonJob overview Applications Test LeadBand 6 | Full Time | PermanentTHIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE EARLY IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVEDApplicants who already hold a visa that allows them to work in the UK are welcome to apply. However, the Trust will not be able to offer sponsorship once that visa expires. For induction, training and operational reasons, applicants must have at least 12 months remaining on their visa at the start of employment.The Test Lead is a key member of the Digital Services Application Support team responsible for maintaining clinical systems across the Trust. These include the two main Electronic Patient Record (EPR) systems- EMIS Web for community services and Oracle Millennium for acute services-along with other clinical applications. The post holder will support the Test Manager in quality assurance and testing activities.This role will oversee testing of changes to clinical systems, ensuring updates are robust, safe and meet agreed quality standards before implementation. They will ensure effective processes and controls are in place so changes are delivered securely with minimal impact on patient care and staff workflows.Working with Application Support, CXIO colleagues, operational teams and the Digital Services PMO, the Test Lead will ensure IT changes follow standardised testing and governance processes.Main duties of the job Plan, develop, execute, and report on complex test scripts in line with agreed testing schedules and strategy.Ensure all tests meet acceptance criteria, with full documentation of evidence and outcomes.Apply standard testing methodologies and tools consistently across all activities.Identify, document, and communicate risks related to test planning and execution.Support all testing phases in non-production and production environments, ensuring comprehensive test scenarios, scripts, data, and expected results are in place.Work with internal infrastructure teams and external suppliers to maintain stable test environments and resolve issues promptly.Identify and prioritise test failures, determining the level of required regression testing.Liaise with software suppliers to obtain detailed release information and translate it into clear, actionable test plans.Communicate testing, release management, and change management information to end users in an understandable and accessible manner.Provide regular reporting to the Test Manager as required.Working for our organisation Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are, A leading healthcare organization in Croydon is seeking an Applications Test Lead. The role involves overseeing testing of clinical systems, ensuring compliance with quality standards. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in Oracle Millennium testing and a...

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Requirements

encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in job description and person specificationPerson specification Education and qualifications Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or equivalent experienceISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL)Oracle Millennium (or other EPR) certificationsKNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Sound knowledge of all stages in the testing lifecycle of digital applicationsSound knowledge of the Release and Change Management processProficient in working with process and data flows to understand complex business modelsProficient in using testing tools, methodologies and reporting to senior stakeholdersProven track of testing incident managementGood working knowledge of operational processes within an acute care environmentAwareness of risk management techniques and the use of countermeasures and contingency arrangementsExperience Minimum 2 years of Oracle Millennium (formerly Cerner) testing experienceMinimum 3 years working in an IT Applications Support or Implementation team within Testing role2 years experience in designing & documenting test plans/scriptsProven Change, Incident, Problem management2 years experience of software testingExperience of supervising 3rd party personnel e.g. users doing User Acceptance TestingUnderstanding of NHS systems and complexity of hospital infrastructureExperience of using, supporting, implementing or testing a complex Patient Record work flowsYour recruitment teamThe NHS South West London Recruitment Hub is your dedicated recruitment team, here to support you at every stage of the process. If you have a query, please contact us:E: krft.askrecruitment@nhs.netYour applicationPlease ensure your supporting statement clearly reflects the job description and person specification , as, Sparta Global is looking for passionate and committed individuals who want to kickstart a career in technology! You must be willing to complete full-time training in our Java Automation Engineer programme and will then be assigned to work in a junior role with one of our...

Benefits & conditions

shortlisting will be based on these criteria.Please refer to the latest UKVI guidance and ensure you have the appropriate right to work before applying for this role.Use of Artificial IntelligenceWe kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to draft your application. We value authentic, individual responses that reflect your own experience and communication style.ReferencesPlease provide a minimum of 3 years' employment and/or education history , including professional email addresses (not personal accounts such as Hotmail or Gmail). If you cannot provide these, please inform the interview panel to avoid delays in pre-employment checks.Closing dateTo help us manage recruitment efficiently, some vacancies may close early once we have received a sufficient number of applications.ShortlistingIf you are successfully shortlisted, you will be contacted by email or SMS from the South West London Recruitment Hub. Please check your registered TRAC email regularly.Application feedbackIf you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date , please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.Safeguarding and DBS ChecksWe are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.Employer certification / accreditation badges#J-18808-Ljbffr Similar jobs, OverviewMain area admin Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent: Occasional WFH possible after successful completion of Probation Full time Flexible working Home or remote working Hours 37.5 hours per week Job ref 199-7760849-MT Job detailsEmployer Croydon Health Services NHS...

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