Developer (Front End)

The Junior Front-End Developer is responsible for developing and delivering secure software solutions using modern frameworks and best practices, initially focused on a greenfield project. Working within an agile, cross-functional team, the post holder contributes to continuous improvement of software, techniques, and processes. They also help deliver highly complex and innovative solutions under the guidance of senior developers, ensuring quality standards that support the Trust's Digital Clinical Strategy. Main duties of the job Develop software and system solutions to agreed specifications.Work within an agile team, collaborating with senior developers, business analysts, and the Scrum Master. Support backlog refinement and contribute to defining user stories. Apply modern front-end development practices--JavaScript frameworks (preferably React), responsive/mobile-first design, CSS organisation, and UI patterns. Participate in pair programming and knowledge sharing. Test software thoroughly against specifications and test plans. Provide accurate estimates for assigned work tasks. Ensure adherence to Trust policies including data management, risk management, infection control, health & safety, and safeguarding. Maintain the integrity of equipment and resources assigned for work. Monitor emerging technologies and innovative software developments., Communications & Relationships

• Communicate clearly and credibly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Articulate technical ideas concisely., * Use advanced keyboard skills and modern development IDEs.

Patient/Client Care

• Minimal incidental contact only.

Policy & Service Development

• Ensure software development complies with Trust data management policies.

Financial & Physical Resources

• Provide work estimates and ensure proper care of equipment, including that used at home.

HR & Information Resources

• Seek guidance from senior team members.
• Work with Scrum Master and Business Analyst to support continuous delivery.

Research & Development

• Monitor external technological developments.

Freedom to Act

• Work autonomously under senior supervision to maintain service delivery and quality.
• Balance independent work with collaborative delivery.

Standards & Compliance Includes requirements for:

• Risk management
• Infection control
• Health and safety
• Patient, carer & public involvement
• Safeguarding
• Environmental sustainability

• Good working knowledge of frontend development.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (preferably React).
• Strong CSS and responsive design skills.
• Understanding of UI patterns and practices.
• Ability to pair-program and collaborate.
• Commitment to continuous learning with support from senior team members.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Work analytically with strong attention to detail.
• Multi-task effectively within a dynamic environment.
• Test work thoroughly and provide accurate estimates.
• Use innovative approaches and modern technologies.

Planning & Organisation

• Support Business Analysts in refining backlog stories.
• Build understanding of Trust solutions while working in an agile environment., * Communicate clearly and credibly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Articulate technical ideas concisely.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Good working knowledge of frontend development.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (preferably React).
• Strong CSS and responsive design skills.
• Understanding of UI patterns and practices.
• Ability to pair-program and collaborate.
• Commitment to continuous learning with support from senior team members.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Work analytically with strong attention to detail.
• Multi-task effectively within a dynamic environment.
• Test work thoroughly and provide accurate estimates.
• Use innovative approaches and modern technologies.

Planning & Organisation

• Support Business Analysts in refining backlog stories.
• Build understanding of Trust solutions while working in an agile environment., * Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent experience along with an in-depth technical and strategic knowledge of software development

Experience Essential

• Experience with any modern JavaScript framework, preference is REACT
• Experience with responsive, mobile first designs

Desirable

• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent experience along with an in-depth technical and strategic knowledge of software development

Experience Essential

• Experience with any modern JavaScript framework, preference is REACT
• Experience with responsive, mobile first designs

Desirable

• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, covering one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country. Leading in innovation and quality - opening a state of the art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. Do you want to work in one of the best performing NHS organisations in England? Work in an organisation that supports its staff and focuses on staff experience as much as it does the experience of its patients? You can live and breathe in an area that has the cleanest air, cost effective living, great nightlife, some of the best schools with a wealth of history available on your doorstep. Sound too good to be true? Well it isn't, this is what you get when you work for Northumbria Healthcare, this is the Northumbria Way! Please read 'applicant guidance notes' before submitting your application.