Junior Web Developer / IT Support (Tool Development & Maintenance)

Job details

Pay

• Up to £13 an hour

Job type

• Freelance
• Zero hours contract

Location

Wolverhampton WV1 1RQ

Full job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Web Developer to join our growing development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web-based tools and applications, ensuring optimal performance, security, and user experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on real-world, data-driven platforms that involve search systems, filtering functionality, and user-focused interfaces. The successful applicant will play a key role in improving and scaling digital tools that are used by a global audience.

Duties

• Develop, test, and maintain responsive web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks.
• Improve user interfaces (UI) and enhance user experience (UX) through clean and intuitive design.
• Assist in backend development using technologies such as PHP, Node.js, or similar frameworks.
• Work with structured datasets, implementing search and filtering functionality.
• Integrate APIs and develop web services to support application features.
• Manage and update databases (e.g., MySQL), ensuring efficient data handling and optimisation.
• Identify bugs and performance issues, and implement effective solutions.
• Use version control systems such as Git for collaboration and code management.
• Ensure applications are responsive across devices and optimised for performance and SEO.
• Collaborate with team members on feature development and improvements.
• Support deployment and maintenance of web applications.

Requirements

• Experience in web development with a portfolio of projects (academic or professional).
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of PHP or similar backend language.
• Familiarity with databases such as MySQL.
• Understanding of responsive design and performance optimisation.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug issues effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and clean coding practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.

About the Platform

You will be contributing to a live platform that provides practical tools for users, including systems that allow searching, filtering, and interacting with large datasets.

Check out Platform, before application: https://immigrator.co.uk/

Additional Information

This position offers an opportunity to work on meaningful, user-focused tools with real-world impact. You will gain hands-on experience in building and maintaining scalable applications while contributing to continuous improvements and new feature development.

Pay: Up to £13.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wolverhampton WV1 1RQ