Programming Internship (Part-time or Full-time)

£20,000 per annum pro rata

Skill set required: PHP | SQL | HTML | CSS | JavaScript | GIT

Job Description

Programming intern required to work as part of a friendly team on a number of mini-projects including adding some small new features to our existing systems and to fix a number of bugs in our legacy PHP systems. This is an opportunity for university students and graduates to gain relevant experience working with programming languages and applications such as PHP, SQL, HTML, CSS and Javascript. You need to be willing to muck in with technical support, although this isn't the main focus of the role.

The position would work well as a full time internship/placement or fit in well alongside your studies (ideally working a minimum of 16 hours a week during office hours). Varying contract length possible. There is a good possibility of a further, long-term contract if desired (see PHP Developer).

Minimum Application Requirement

Skill set: PHP | SQL | HTML | CSS | JavaScript | GIT
GCSE Maths grade B + GCSE English grade B
Completed or currently studying for a Computing/Programming-related degree or equivalent
Some experience demonstrating PHP coding ability

Additional Desirable Attributes

Paid experience
Experience with CodeIgnitor, React, Docker
Strong communication skills
A Level grade A or B in Computing or a scientific/technical subject such as Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Economics or Latin
Notable experience, or some paid experience with qualifications demonstrating coding ability

Personal qualities:

Highly concise and methodological working habits, including reporting and documenting methods to ensure confidence in the final outcome of the projects
Attention to detail – to identify potential errors or omissions
Ability to work independently and efficiently in accordance with project briefs and set timescales
Ability to organise your workload
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in your work and when liaising with the IT Project Manager
Enthusiastic and motivated to work as part of a small team, giving and receiving constructive feedback

What you will gain

A chance to develop and improve programs used by numerous users across a variety of departments as well as the opportunity to work on projects for use by our customers
Experience in a relatively small organisation so you get a broad understanding of all systems
Experience of some of the Agile principles including Mini-Scrums for organising Sprints and Kanban using a GitLab board
Invaluable experience for a future career in programming while being paid

To Apply

Apply via email to Mrs Glynda Glasner at vacancies@zigzageducation.co.uk with:

CV which must include your IT skills and all GCSE/A Level, etc qualifications and all grades
Covering email/letter including:
- which job you are applying for and where you first saw it advertised
- your current circumstances and why you are applying for this job
- your availability including how many hours you are interested in working and which days you are likely to be available
- details of your PHP experience and projects you have worked on individually and as part of a team

Successful applicants will be invited to an interview which will include a written test and several practical PHP programming tasks.

Please let us know if there is anything you would like to know in advance of a possible interview.

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Location: Unit 3, Greenway Business Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol BS10 5PY

Are you looking to make a difference in the world of education?

ZigZag Education is a renowned Bristol-based educational publisher created in 1998 by two experienced teachers to provide photocopiable resources that ease teacher workloads and improve student success. Since then, the business has expanded to offer everything from activity worksheets and practice papers to a new interactive eRevision platform.

As a highly dynamic team of approximately 35 staff, we work in a friendly and professional environment. Our goal is to provide high-quality teaching materials throughout the lifecycle of each specification. Therefore, during your time at ZigZag Education you will be supported, motivated and challenged to reach the standards of excellence we expect from ourselves, and teachers and students expect from our resources.

It’s not all about work though. Socialising is also high on our list of priorities! We do everything from paddleboarding and escape rooms to wine tastings and a big Christmas party – leading to a collaborative atmosphere and lasting friendships.

If this sounds like the kind of place you would like to work, impress us with your application. We look forward to welcoming new members to our team!

Access Note: All our offices are on the ground floor. There is free parking, safe cycle storage and convenient bus links available, as well as being within the Voi e-scooter area.

Other reasons to work for ZigZag:

Well-thought-out induction and new starter training to help new employees settle in, in addition to the role-specific training provided.
‘New to Bristol’ get-togethers held for those who have moved to the city for the role.
We have an impressive 92% retention rate based on the last five years with an average expected stay at ZigZag being over 10 years – giving us key stability and supporting lifetime friendships made.
‘Flexitime’ allows colleagues to fit in life events around their work – meaning employees in many departments can start early or by 9.30am; finish late or by 4pm.

Important

By sending us your information it is implied that you are agreeing that we may use it for the intended purpose. We will keep the information you send us in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which has a section on job applications. We reserve the right to view LinkedIn or other public social media profiles of interview candidates.