Systems Development

East Coast College; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days holiday

Pension 18%

Free gym and swim

Discounted campus salon & restaurant

Job summary

East Coast College is seeking a proactive Systems Developer to join the Information Services team at the Great Yarmouth Campus. You will design, develop and maintain business applications, integrations and automated processes to support students and staff.

Collaborating with stakeholders across the College, you will deliver reliable solutions, produce technical documentation and help drive digital improvements. The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, with a Band H salary.

Qualifications

• Experience in software development, systems development or application support.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, SQL, Python, or similar technologies.
• Experience working with databases and data integration.
• Understanding of APIs, system integrations and automation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and supporting business applications and system integrations.
• Creating and maintaining databases, reports and automated workflows.
• Working with internal teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Supporting the development of APIs and integrations between key College systems.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through digital innovation and automation.
• Troubleshooting, testing and resolving system issues to ensure reliability and performance.
• Producing technical documentation and maintaining development standards.

Skills

C# / .NET

JavaScript

SQL

Python

APIs

Job description

Job Title: Systems Developer
Location: Great Yarmouth Campus
Hours: 37 Hours - 1.0 FTE
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Band H ( £28,429.44 - £31,028.40 FTE)

East Coast College is seeking a talented and motivated Systems Developer to join our Information Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing, integrating and enhancing the College's business systems, helping us deliver innovative digital solutions that improve the experience of both students and staff.

As a Systems Developer, you will work closely with stakeholders across the College to design, develop and maintain applications, integrations and automated processes that support our operational and strategic objectives.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing, developing and supporting business applications and system integrations.
• Creating and maintaining databases, reports and automated workflows.
• Working with internal teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Supporting the development of APIs and integrations between key College systems.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through digital innovation and automation.
• Troubleshooting, testing and resolving system issues to ensure reliability and performance.
• Producing technical documentation and maintaining development standards.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a proactive and solution-focused developer who enjoys working collaboratively and solving complex technical challenges.

You will have:

• Experience in software development, systems development or application support.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, SQL, Python, or similar technologies.
• Experience working with databases and data integration.
• Understanding of APIs, system integrations and automation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and continuous improvement.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment and uphold a culture of safety and wellbeing.

East Coast College will offer you;

• 38 days holiday FTE (including bank holidays)
• Generous Pension - 18% Employer Contribution
• Free gym and swim membership
• Discounted access to campus salon and restaurant

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Please note that all applications are assessed solely on the information provided within the application form. CVs are not used in the shortlisting process.

East Coast College require all staff to hold a minimum Level 2 or equivalent in English and maths, and be able to evidence this.

East Coast College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, we therefore expect all staff, visitors, and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

All applications are reviewed and scored against the essential and desirable criteria as set out in the job description and person specification to determine a shortlist. Shortlisted applications will be invited to interview and to complete a self-declaration and disclosure form. Information relating to the interview format will be shared and confirmed prior to the scheduled interview taking place and will facilitate any requested adjustments.

All offers of employment are conditional and subject to the successful completion of pre-employment checks, including at least two references, safeguarding and suitability checks, and an Enhanced DBS check where required.

We will hold and process any personal data, including sensitive (special category) personal data, relating to you in accordance with our legal obligations, in the manner set out in the Privacy Notice for Staff and in accordance with our Data Protection Policy, which is set out on the College’s website. You should familiarise yourself with our Data Protection Policy (and all other subsidiary policies to it) and comply with them at all times. Neither the Privacy Notice for Staff nor those policies form a part of your contract of employment.