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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: GETSOCIABLE We’re looking for a Junior Software Developer with a passion for frontend development and user experience. This is a hands-on role for someone keen to grow their skills in modern web technologies while contributing to real-world projects from day one. You’ll be part of a collaborative team building responsive, user-facing applications that look great and perform brilliantly. If you’re enthusiastic about clean code, intuitive design, and learning through doing, this is your chance to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and maintain user-facing web applications using modern frontend frameworks (JavaScript, Vue).
• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into clean, reusable code.
• Ensure technical feasibility of designs and optimise applications for speed and scalability.
• Maintain responsive design standards across devices and browsers.
• Collaborate with back end developers to integrate APIs and data services.
• Implement basic SEO, accessibility, and performance best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes.
• Stay up to date with the latest front-end tools, frameworks, and trends.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with front-end frameworks (Vue, React, or similar).
• Understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Ability to interpret UI/UX designs and wireframes.
• Willingness to learn and apply SEO and accessibility principles.
• Comfortable using Git and version control tools.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Clear communication and ability to work within a team.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with back-end i.e. PHP, Laravel.
• Exposure to RESTful APIs and frontend-backend integration.
• Understanding of performance optimisation techniques.
• Familiarity with testing tools and processes.
• Interest in design systems and scalable front-end architecture.
• Previous experience in creative, hospitality, or start-up environments.

Further Information

The Employer is: GETSOCIABLE JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.