Summary
Technology plays an important role in our work here at the Trust. We want to stay ahead of the curve, so that we can continue to meet the needs of our staff, properties, members and visitors. Our vision is to equip the organisation with the technology we all need to do our jobs more efficiently and confidently. That means working collaboratively with people across all areas of the organisation to continuously develop and improve what we offer.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Test Lead with wide experience to take on leadership for the Delta Test Team within IT. This team provides robust, resilient testing approaches and quality analysis for a wide range of the Trust's internal facing systems and serviceswhen they go through replacement, an upgrade or a refresh.
Please note that visa sponsorship can not be provided.
What it's like to work here
The Trust is continuing to invest in technology to deliver ambitious strategic goals. Our IT department delivers operational support and several sizable business driven programmes at any one time, as well as supporting a large operational national user base of 12,000 staff, 60,000 volunteers and almost 6 million members.
Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon. However, there will be an opportunity to explore and agree hybrid working arrangements which strike the right balance for you and the Trust. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.
What you'll be doing
You'll help define and apply test practices, processes, techniques and tooling to ensure the required level of quality standards are met in your team. As a Test Lead, you'll facilitate and co-ordinate testing and quality engineering activities with other colleagues and stakeholders, both within and outside IT. The role is varied, with stimulating challenges and lots of opportunity to learn and grow.
As a strong team player and technical leader, you'll form close relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and vendor or third-party team members. You'll adopt the ‘shift testing left' principle and lead effective Test Engagement to create a modern and clear Test Approach(National Trust standard). You'll ensure that the teams are set up for success by helping them adopt the most appropriate test practices, processes, techniques and tooling, in accordance with the National Trust's Test Principles. You'll be hands on using your Test experience and will collaborate with the Project Management team to ensure the testing pipeline is accurately defined and resourced accordingly.
You'll also take an active role in the wider Test community, joining the Testing Community of Practice. As part of this, you will help shape, improve and promote our testing approaches at the Trust by actively collaborating with colleagues.
Who we're looking for
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role. For this position we're looking for someone who has:
- Experience of leading and participating in projects from the early stages of vendor selection right through to UAT and acceptance by stakeholders
- Ability to lead and support delivery of testing for a wide range of different technology solutions and services, some of which will be familiar and others new to you
- Detailed knowledge of traditional, modern and Agile testing methodologies across the project lifecycle, with ability to introduce/facilitate new ways of working
- Experience of capacity management and resourcing for a busy team
- Able to define, monitor and report on what success looks like throughout the software delivery process
- Knowledge of data protection and privacy (GDPR)
- Able to communicate complex issues to a wide range of business users and to coordinate testing activities with colleagues both within and outside of IT
- Self-motivated, organised, close attention to detail, with the curiosity to identify issues and problem-solve
Please note that visa sponsorship can not be provided.
The package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax-free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- EV car lease scheme
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
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