Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Placement Technical Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term role, offering an opportunity for students pursuing degrees in IT and applications development to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. The position involves working with key IT systems that benefit local communities, focusing on both development and maintenance tasks
Job Summary
This 12-month placement offers the opportunity to work on vital IT systems supporting social care, education, and essential community services.
You will gain real-world experience building applications using technologies like Python, SQL, Microsoft Power Platform, and Drupal while working in a supportive Agile team.
The role requires gathering user requirements, writing code for front and backend solutions, and documenting processes for future training and support.
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Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Placement Technical Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term role, offering an opportunity for students pursuing degrees in IT and applications development to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. The position involves working with key IT systems that benefit local communities, focusing on both development and maintenance tasks.
Salary
Base: £25,191 - £25,590 per annum (pro-rata); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Flexible working arrangements available
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Working towards IT or software engineering degree
Python programming skills
SQL database knowledge
Microsoft Power Platform experience
Drupal website development
Chatbot development capabilities
Nice-to-have
Strong problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills
Customer-focused mindset
Interest in accessibility and user design
Team collaboration experience
Key Requirements
Must be currently pursuing a degree in IT, software engineering, AI, or data-driven solutions
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion values
Ability to escalate risks and concerns appropriately