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We’re looking for a System Development Analyst, Interested?

Are you looking for a new challenge to develop system applications and improve and support the delivery of services.  Do you want to be part of a great place to work in a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and encouraged to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation, with a comprehensive employee offer, including access to flexible working where work life balance is recognised? If so, please keep reading, you’re just what we’re looking for!

The team…

The Systems and Development Team supports key business applications across Integrated Adults and Social Care Services and Children’s Social Care and Lifelong Learning.  The team is responsible for managing, co-ordinating and developing case management systems and business applications; facilitating the implementation, development and support, of these systems to help improve service delivery.   

About the role….                                                                                    

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. We are looking for a Systems Development Analyst to work on a 12 month fixed term contract initially, to work with our existing team in developing and improving our system applications across Adults and Social Care Services and Children’s Social Care and Lifelong Learning.

Reporting to the Systems Applications Manager, the successful candidate will work closely with the team to identify and understand system requirements and improvements by examining and analysing existing workflows and business processes; ensuring delivery and ongoing development of these systems to meet current and future service needs and provide the best support for system users.

The successful candidate will have highly developed skills in developing systems, knowledge of IT software processes and packages along with a desirable broad knowledge of relevant legislation and regulation in children and adult services. You will have the capability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and build effective relationships, to develop IT systems and processes.

This post is part of our longer-term investment to build a culture of innovation, drive forward change and improve the service and performance of Adults and Children’s Social Care. We would love for you to get in touch for an informal discussion, please see person specification for more information about the role.  

A bit about Gateshead Council…

Gateshead Council is a great place to work.  We are truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and encouraging our colleagues to be the best version of themselves to improve services and outcomes for the people of Gateshead.  We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and are motivated to make a difference.

What’s in it for you?  Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!

• You’ll be paid a competitive salary starting on £37,938 up to £40,476 (Grade I) per annum.
• A generous annual leave package of 28 days (2 of which are fixed), increasing to 32 days (2 of which are fixed) following 5 years’ service. You will also have the opportunity to purchase up to 10 days extra leave days via our Annual Leave Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Access to generous flexi time system with the opportunity to take 2 flexi days per 4-week flexi period, depending on the needs of the service.
• We offer hybrid working, allowing colleagues to work remotely where appropriate if they wish to do so.
• You can save for your future by enrolling in our generous pension scheme

• You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support and ability to use our cycle to work scheme. Working with our partners, GLL you can also access discounted leisure facilities Gym and Leisure Centre Memberships.

• We’ll give you access to a Co Wheels vehicle for work use, saving your petrol costs and wear to your vehicle.
• We’ll give you the chance to take advantage of various offers and discounts on shopping and household spend, including O2, Virgin Media and Dell
• A robust Workforce Development offer with loads of opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas.

It’s time to apply!

We are delighted that you want to come and work with us.  Please take a look at the full job profile for the full list of essential criteria for the post, we hope to see you soon! 

For an informal discussion, please contact Tracy Hisom, Systems Application Manager at tracyhisom@gateshead.gov.uk

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