Wordpress Developer

The Profs; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative EdTech company is seeking a Front-End WordPress Developer to enhance their online platforms. This role involves implementing new features, optimizing performance, and ensuring a seamless user experience across devices. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver visually appealing websites that meet branding and SEO standards. With a strong focus on quality assurance and bug fixing, your contributions will directly impact student engagement and satisfaction. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and flexibility, and enjoy a supportive work environment with great perks.

Benefits

Free Gym

31 days holiday p.a.

Company Pension Plan

Regular company socials

Flexible office hours

Qualifications

• Advanced experience in WordPress front-end development.
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Implement new features and layouts using WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Ensure a flawless user experience across all devices and browsers.
• Identify and address front-end issues promptly.

Skills

WordPress front-end development

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

Responsive design

SEO best practices

Cross-browser testing

Education

Proven track record as a WordPress developer

Tools

Bootstrap

Tailwind CSS

Git

Job description

Who are The Profs?

The Profs is an award-winning (Education Investor's Edtech Provider of the year 2024) and innovative EdTech business providing higher education tutoring and admissions consulting to clients and institutions around the world.

Our company

Founded by two brothers with a view to pairing tutors with technology to help students achieve their personal goals, we are headquartered in London and have grown to a 40 strong team split across sales, marketing, tech and operations.

We work predominantly in a B2C capacity and connect students, typically 16-24 years old, and/or their parents with professional private tutors to help them get the results they need to progress in life. We also have a small number of B2B clients including the University of Cambridge, Oxford and Imperial College London among others.

Last year we connected over 10,000 students with our 1,000 freelance tutors. They use our web based platforms to have, administer and pay for online classes and we take a % fee. 90%+ of our survey respondents tell us they get their desired grades and into the preferred universities.

As such, we are the highest rated tutoring company on Trustpilot and have won numerous awards. These include British Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Forbes 30 under 30, the UK's top tutoring company and best Edtech company.

We are looking for a Front-End WordPress Developer to take ownership of front-end updates and enhancements for our websites. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver visually appealing, highly functional, and performance-optimised platforms that delight our users.

Key Responsibilities

• Front-End Development: Implement new features, components, and layouts using WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Content Management: Update and maintain website content in alignment with branding and SEO strategies.
• Responsive Design: Ensure a flawless user experience across all devices and browsers.
• Performance Optimisation: Optimise website performance, including loading speed, code structure, and accessibility.
• Collaboration: Work with team members to enhance various aspects of UX/UI/SEO.
• Bug Fixing: Identify and address front-end issues promptly to maintain platform reliability.
• Plugin Management: Configure, update, and troubleshoot WordPress plugins to enhance functionality.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular testing for browser and device compatibility and resolve any issues.

Essential Skills:

• Advanced experience in WordPress front-end development.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks such as Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS.
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles.
• Familiarity with SEO best practices in front-end development.
• Experience with cross-browser testing and debugging tools.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).
• Familiarity with PHP for customising WordPress themes or resolving back-end issues.
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of Web Core Vitals and Google's performance metrics.
• Ability to develop custom WordPress themes and child themes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven track record as a WordPress developer, with a portfolio demonstrating front-end expertise.
• Strong attention to detail and design sensibility.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Proven ability to manage projects and meet deadlines effectively.

What We Offer

• Free Gym
• 31 days holiday p.a. (including b/h)
• Company Pension Plan
• Regular company socials
• Flexible office hours (2 days wfh per week)

Salary:

£40,000 + £55,000 P.A. + Benefits

Application Process:

Please apply by sending us your CV and a short explanation of why you would be suitable for the role.