Senior PHP Developer

We are looking for an experienced Senior Web/CMS Developer to join our growing delivery team in Newcastle.

This role is focused on developing, maintaining and enhancing content-driven websites and digital platforms, with a strong emphasis on WordPress development, modern web technologies and accessibility.

Working within agile, multidisciplinary teams, you'll collaborate with designers, content specialists, delivery managers and technical stakeholders to deliver secure, high-quality websites that meet the needs of public sector users.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and enhance WordPress websites and CMS-driven digital platforms.
• Build and customise WordPress themes and plugins using PHP.
• Develop responsive, accessible and user-friendly interfaces using HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Support website maintenance, patching, upgrades and security improvements.
• Deliver campaign websites and content publishing solutions.
• Ensure websites meet WCAG accessibility standards and performance best practices.
• Collaborate with UX designers, content designers and delivery teams throughout the project life cycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues across development, testing and production environments.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Support CI/CD processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong commercial experience developing and maintaining WordPress websites.
• Excellent PHP development skills, including custom themes and plugin development.
• Strong HTML5 and CSS3 knowledge with a focus on semantic markup and accessibility.
• Solid JavaScript experience (Vanilla JavaScript).
• Exposure to Node.js for integrations or supporting services.
• Experience delivering content-driven or campaign websites.
• Experience working with CMS platforms within public sector or content publishing environments.
• Understanding of website security, maintenance and patch management.

Desirable Skills

• Experience developing or consuming Node.js APIs.
• Knowledge of the GOV.UK Design System.
• Understanding of WCAG accessibility standards.
• Exposure to AWS hosting environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment practices.
• Experience working within Agile delivery teams.
• Previous experience delivering digital services for UK Government or public sector organisations.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary agile teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work.
• Attention to detail and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful and innovative technology solutions across UK Government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. We are passionate about user-centred design, agile delivery and building digital services that make a real difference. Our multidisciplinary teams work at the forefront of digital transformation, helping organisations deliver secure, accessible and scalable services across the public sector., At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation and better outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, respected and supported.