Junior Systems Developer | Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Lancashire Care Foundation Trust; Preston; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Preston is seeking a self-motivated Junior Developer to join their Digital Services Department. In this role, you will contribute to the design and implementation of technical solutions that support patient care through innovative systems. The position offers the opportunity to learn and grow professionally under the guidance of experienced developers, with flexible working arrangements including remote options. Ideal candidates should have good communication skills and a willingness to develop their technical capabilities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with system integration and technical development is preferred.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively within a team.
• Eager to acquire new skills in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and implementation of technical solutions.
• Provide technical support for the Trust’s platforms.
• Work with both internal and external systems.

Skills

Good communication and organisational skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Willingness to learn and develop technical capabilities

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Digital Services Department for a self-motivated Junior Developer within the technical systems development team. The post holder will contribute to the design, implementation, testing, maintenance and future development of technical solutions, and will support system integration across internal and external systems.

The role supports patients through innovation, with developments that have received national recognition. The post holder will learn new skills and develop professionally with the guidance of experienced integration developers. The role involves providing technical support and developing solutions on the Trust’s platforms.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, implementation, testing, maintenance and future development of technical solutions for system integration.
• Provide technical support and develop and support solutions on the Trust’s platforms.
• Work with internal and external systems to deliver integrated solutions.

Qualifications / Skills

• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative with some guidance.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical capabilities with support from experienced team members.

Work Arrangements

The post holder will be able to work remotely with occasional site visits required.

Other Information

• For an informal discussion, contact Chris Baker at [e-mail].
• Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services across the area, including specialist inpatient and mental health services, and physical health and well-being services.
• Flexible working options are encouraged (e.g., term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time, and career breaks). Please state any requests on your application and discuss at interview.
• For more information, please visit the Trust website. For vacancy details, review the attached job description and person specification.
• This advert closes on Monday 15 Sep 2025.