Temporary PHP Developer - £25,000 per annum pro-rata

Job Description

Temporary PHP Programmer required to add some small new features to our existing systems and to fix a number of bugs in our legacy PHP systems, as well as a number of mini-projects. You need to be willing to muck in with technical support, although this isn't the main focus of the role.

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 | AJAX
GCSE Maths grade B + GCSE English grade B
Notable experience, or some paid experience with qualifications demonstrating coding ability

Additional Desirable Attributes

Paid experience
Experience with ASP
Strong communication skills
A Level grade A or B in Computing or a scientific/technical subject such as Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Economics or Latin
Computing/Programming-related degree or equivalent

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:
- your current circumstances and availability, and why you are applying for this job
- 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.

We reserve the right to view LinkedIn or other public social-media profiles of interview candidates.

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.

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