WordPress Web Developer
Posted 2 weeks ago by Twine
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: This role involves the ongoing maintenance and operation of a WordPress and WooCommerce website for a seed company, requiring a web developer with expertise in WordPress management and plugin coordination. The position is remote and on-call, ideal for someone looking for a long-term engagement. The successful candidate will ensure the website remains secure, up to date, and functioning optimally, with an initial handover period for a smooth transition. Responsibilities include regular updates, troubleshooting, and communication with the current web developer.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform regular updates to WordPress core, themes, and plugins to maintain site security and performance
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise
- Coordinate and manage plugin installations, updates, and compatibility
- Conduct occasional content updates as requested
- Communicate with the current web developer during the transition period to understand existing workflows and site structure
- Monitor website uptime and address any disruptions promptly
- Provide recommendations for improvements or optimizations as needed
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing and maintaining WordPress and WooCommerce websites
- Strong understanding of website security, plugin management, and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with content management and basic HTML/CSS
- Ability to work independently and respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner
- Excellent communication skills for remote collaboration and transition coordination
- Reliable internet connection and availability for on-call support
- Experience with long-term website maintenance preferred
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
This role is focused on ensuring the smooth operation and ongoing maintenance of an established WordPress and WooCommerce website for a seed company. The position is ideal for a web developer with a strong background in WordPress site management, plugin coordination, and routine content updates. The successful candidate will be responsible for keeping the website secure, up to date, and functioning optimally. There will be an initial handover period with the current web developer to ensure a seamless transition of responsibilities. This is a remote, on-call position suited for someone seeking a long-term engagement.
Deliverables
- Perform regular updates to WordPress core, themes, and plugins to maintain site security and performance
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise
- Coordinate and manage plugin installations, updates, and compatibility
- Conduct occasional content updates as requested
- Communicate with the current web developer during the transition period to understand existing workflows and site structure
- Monitor website uptime and address any disruptions promptly
- Provide recommendations for improvements or optimizations as needed
Requirements
- Proven experience managing and maintaining WordPress and WooCommerce websites
- Strong understanding of website security, plugin management, and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with content management and basic HTML/CSS
- Ability to work independently and respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner
- Excellent communication skills for remote collaboration and transition coordination
- Reliable internet connection and availability for on-call support
- Experience with long-term website maintenance preferred
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