£575 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London
Summary: The Front-end Developer role is a 6-month contract position focused on delivering frontend solutions within the public sector. The position requires a minimum of 2 days per week onsite in London, Bristol, or Manchester, with a strong emphasis on user-centered design and collaboration with back-end developers. Candidates should have familiarity with Ruby and Python, and knowledge of accessibility standards is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own frontend deliverables for projects.
- Collaborate with back-end developers and designers.
- Implement user-centered design approaches.
- Ensure compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
- Utilize prototyping software such as Figma.
- Adhere to GDS design standards.
Key Skills:
- Minimum 2 years of frontend development experience.
- Familiarity with Ruby and Python, with a preference for Python.
- Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.
- Experience with WCAG and accessibility standards.
- Proficiency in Figma or similar prototyping software.
- Knowledge of GDS design systems is desirable.
- Ability to work independently and proactively.
- Strong collaboration skills.
- Enthusiasm for learning and trying new things.
Salary (Rate): £575/day
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Front-end Developer (Public Sector) 6 Month Contract - £575/day Inside IR35
Role Details
- Location: London, Bristol, or Manchester (flexible, most team in London) - minimum 2 days/week onsite at base
- Duration: 6 months | Rate: £575/day inside IR35
- Clearance: Active SC preferred (BPSS with SC eligibility minimum accepted)
Required experience:
- Owned frontend deliverables:
- Minimum 2 years: Frontend development experience
- Ruby and Python: Familiarity required, Python preference
- User-centered design focus: Essential approach
Collaboration & Working Style
- Team working: Comfortable collaborating with colleagues
- Independent & proactive: Able to hit ground running within first few weeks (support provided)
- Enthusiasm for learning: Eager to try new things
- Work with back-end developers and designers: Primary collaboration
Accessibility & Design
- WCAG: Knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
- Figma experience: Prototyping software experience
- GDS Standards: Knowledge of GDS design systems desirable