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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Software Engineers

Department for Transport

Senior Developer

Senior Enterprise Architect - Data

Animal and Plant Health Agency

IT Operations and Change Senior Analyst

Data Insights Product Analyst

Office for National Statistics

Head of Function for Infrastructure

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Want to work at the cutting edge of environmental science? Passionate about making a difference and playing your part in tackling the climate and nature crisis? Forest Research (FR) is all about giving top quality evidence and advice to policymakers and practitioners to make a positive impact on the ground. Internationally recognised, we need people who have the skills and passion to work on excellent science and provide practical solutions for nature.</p><p>We’re small enough that your voice is heard, yet large enough, as part of the Forestry Commission (FC), that we have everything on hand to get the job done, as well as a variety of career pathways. Our staff are dedicated to their work and sharing it with others to bring positive change for our planet. And you will find us a flexible and inclusive employer, so you can have a work life balance that is tailor-made to your circumstances. So, whether it’s climate or carbon, pests or pathogens, behaviour or biodiversity that interests you, you can be assured of a warm welcome to the team. To find out more, visit <a href="http://www.forestresearch.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.forestresearch.gov.uk</a></p><p>The Valuing Our Information (VOI) project was established across the whole of the Forestry Commission in recognition of the need to significantly improve the management of information. The project has a clear mission: <br>‘to improve Forestry Commission’s effectiveness, trust, and compliance through increasing the level of knowledge and information management maturity.’</p><p>In addition, FR’s Digital strategy outlines the use of information is fundamental to FR meeting its aims of protecting, expanding, and promoting sustainable woodland; these aims will be met more successfully when accurate information can be identified and found quickly. Our Data Estate Modernisation Plan provides details of the projects which will help us meet these targets.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>FR have a requirement for an experienced and self-motivated information management professional. This role will be involved in implementing and supporting the new information management principles and helping to bring about change to both physical and digital records management, as outlined in our Digital and Data Strategies. This opportunity would suit applicants who wish to further develop their skills in data management and archiving, as FR progress plans to introduce new capabilities and technologies.</p><p>We are looking for someone who enjoys a challenge and has an interest in all things data related. You will enjoy working with colleagues across FR and have the vision to bring about change to our data estate. </p><p><strong>Key Work Areas:</strong><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Helping to deliver FR’s Data and Digital Strategies</strong><br>The postholder will work closely across all areas of FR to help deliver our Data and Digital strategies and outcomes. There are a range of activities including identifying and monitoring current data assets and managing the migration of our data away from traditional file shares to a cloud hosted solution. This will require you to work with staff to provide support and guidance throughout the migration process, to ensure understanding of the reasons and benefits of the new solution.</p><p><strong>Supporting the FC VOI Programme</strong><br>This post is part of the team delivering the FC Valuing our Information Programme to FR and improving knowledge and information management principles, policies, and practices. You will be expected to be a key member of this team and liaise with colleagues across the FC in a similar role.</p><p><strong>Managing the FR Digital Archive</strong><br>You will be responsible for the continual growth and management of our digital archive. This will include assisting information asset owners whilst they review and make decisions regarding their records, prior to any digitisation or transfer activity in line with our policies and procedures. <br>Given the nature of the work with physical records, there is a manual handling aspect to the role</p><p><strong>Contacts and Communication </strong><br>You will be expected to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to support development and delivery of the programme. These will include colleagues at all levels and in similar roles across the sector.<br>The post holder will work alongside members of the IT team and have autonomy to make decisions within established frameworks and take forward our technical capabilities in assigned work areas.</p><br><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven ability to effectively advise and communicate the benefits of Data and Digital strategies to a diverse range of stakeholders</li><li>Experience of working independently under multiple time demands and deadlines, with sound judgement in time management.</li><li>Expertise in the digitisation of archival materials </li><li>Proficiency in using information and records management systems and processes that support governance and risk management </li><li>Skilled in utilising SharePoint, including all document management functions within the platform.</li><li>Ability to manage stakeholder expectations regarding team performance and deliverables</li><li>Previous experience in line management.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of legislation, standards, and procedures related to records management, including the Data Protection Act, GDPR, the Freedom of Information Act, and Environmental Information Regulations.</li><li> Willingness to travel nationwide as required</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria: </strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a public sector organisation, particularly with a research-oriented focus</li><li>Proficiency in using software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Pro) to create accessible documents.</li><li>Experience of handling records in compliance with the Public Records Act</li><li>Knowledge or experience in managing and digitising legacy media types, or wiliness to develop these skills</li></ul><br><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £40,388, Forestry Commission - Forest Research contributes £11,700 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p><strong>Your career</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent <strong>professional development opportunities</strong> which are tailored to your role, with paid <strong>professional membership</strong> subscriptions, mentoring, and Civil Service Learning available to all</li><li><strong>access to world class </strong>laboratory facilities, as well as state of the art buildings within forest or science park settings</li></ul><p><strong>Your work/life balance</strong></p><ul><li><strong>flexible working options</strong> such as: up to two days flexi leave per month, blended working, part-time working, paid special leave, career breaks, and unpaid leave. Parents and carers will be supported to enable you to manage work and family responsibilities</li><li>A <strong>generous annual leave allowance</strong> of 25 days on entry increasing by 1 day each year to a maximum of 30 days (pro-rata for part-timers). Plus 2.5 days of <strong>additional leave</strong> and 8 days’ paid <strong>bank/public holidays</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Your wellbeing</strong></p><ul><li> A culture which promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment</li><li> A range of wellbeing benefits including Employee Assistance Programme 24/7</li><li>We want you to feel part of something bigger and we encourage a <strong>community feel in our workplaces</strong>, with everything from cookery competitions to Pilates and fell running, plus topical talks at <strong>Wellbeing Wednesdays and Feelgood Fridays</strong></li><li>Paid <strong>volunteering leave</strong> of 3 days per year so you can give back to your community and charitable causes by sharing your skills and time</li></ul><p><strong>Your benefits</strong></p><ul><li>a highly competitive <strong>Civil Service Pension</strong> of 28.97% your salary</li><li>an employee <strong>benefits scheme offering discounts</strong> on groceries, gym memberships, holidays, days out, online retailers and high street shops</li><li><strong>Cycle to Work</strong> scheme and <strong>Interest free loans</strong></li><li>Free <strong>parking</strong> is offered on-site, alongside electric car charging ports</li><li>With <strong>maternity, adoption, and/or shared parental leave</strong> there’s the flexibility to have up to 26 weeks full pay, followed by 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid leave. <strong>Paternity leave</strong> of up to two weeks is available with full pay.</li></ul><p>Any move to Forest Research from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p>Please apply at Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK, you will be asked to supply:</p><p>• A CV - setting out your career history, highlighting specific responsibilities and achievements that are relevant for this role <br>• A Personal Statement – (limited to 500 words) explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience, provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.<br> • Submit a 250 word Statement for each of the 3 Behaviours listed: Changing &amp; Improving, Delivering at Pace &amp; Working Together</p><br><p>We will use this information to assess your application against the essential criteria in the person specification.</p><p>Shortlist<br>The panel will select a shortlist of candidates whose applications best demonstrate suitability for the role, by considering the evidence provided against the Essential Criteria set out in the Person Specification. Failure to address any or all of these may affect your application.</p><p>Sift will take place on 5 February 2026</p><p>Interviews are planned to take place 16 - 17 February 2026</p><p>If we receive a large volume of applications, then we will sift on CV and the Personal Statement. Candidates will be expected to answer questions on all behaviours listed at the interview stage.</p><p>Candidates who are judged to be a near miss at interview may be considered for other positions in Forest Research which may be at a lower grade but have a potential skills match.</p><p>Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.</p><p>If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.</p><p>Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional.</p><p><strong>Visa Sponsorship </strong></p><p>FR holds a licence to sponsor Skilled Workers under the Home Office points-based immigration system. Candidates wishing to apply should note that the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship would depend on an assessment of this role against defined criteria, which include:</p><p>o Whether the Job role has been identified as being a Critical Role in FR, which has been identified in the Workforce Plan, and / or<br>o Whether the Job role is a known Capability gap, which has been identified in the Workforce Plan for the relevant Centre, and<br>o Evidence of significant recruitment challenges in filling the Job role previously</p><p>Skilled Worker sponsorship may be available, subject to an application and assessment process and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">Home Office points-based system</a>.</p><p>For further details, please refer to the Sponsorship for Skilled Workers – guidance for applicants and managers on <a href="https://www.forestresearch.gov.uk/about-us/careers/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">our website</a>.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Our recruitment process is underpinned by the principle of appointment on the basis of fair and open competition and appointment on merit, as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with these principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should in the first instance contact FR HR Services by email: <a href="mailto:hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr.services@forestresearch.gov.uk</a> you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission, which regulates all Civil Service recruitment.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzY5OTUmdmVyaWZ5PTU2MDBhNjdhNmY2MDI3NzU2YzkwYTIwMTk5YmYwYzFmJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3ODQ4NDYxLTkzN2VlODY3NDMzNjNiZjg2MDkzZmM5OGZkYTY2NjBjZjE5NDllMzg=" target="_blank">Success Profiles_ Civil Service behaviours - GOV.UK Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 502kB)

Data & Information Lead

Senior Service Designer

User Researcher

Associate IT Delivery Manager

Cloud Platform Owner

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is the UK’s largest producer of official statistics, covering a range of key economic, social and demographic topics. These include measuring changes in the value of the UK economy, estimating the size, geographic distribution and characteristics of the population, and providing indicators of price inflation, employment, earnings, crime and migration.</p><p><strong>Shape the Future of Digital at ONS</strong></p><p>The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is seeking a visionary Head of Digital Strategy and Evaluation to lead the development and implementation of a forward-thinking digital strategy across the ONS and measure the success of its initiatives. This role is pivotal in driving the digital agenda, enhancing digital services, and ensuring the ONS leverages technology to improve efficiency, transparency, service delivery and ensuring our services deliver real value for the public.</p><p>Do you have a proven track record of leading digital transformation working in a complex technical environment? Do you have proven experience in a senior strategy role, ideally within the public sector and digital environments? Do you have experience with Theory of Change and evaluation techniques? Then you could be the right person for this role.</p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>This role will create a digital evaluation function that will assess the design, implementation and outcomes of a digital product or service and whether it delivers value for the public and ONS. </p><p>As Head of Digital Strategy, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead the development and implementation of a forward-thinking digital strategy, championing the digital vision across ONS.</li><li>Establish a digital evaluation function to assess the design, implementation, and outcomes of digital products and services.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leaders, stakeholders, and external partners to foster engagement, innovation, and digital adoption.</li><li>Manage and mentor a team of digital professionals, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.</li><li>Define and implement a framework for quality assurance and evaluation, reporting progress to senior management.</li><li>Oversee the digital strategy and evaluation budget, ensuring effective resource allocation and cost management.</li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Lead on delivery and implementation of the digital strategy, recognising and collaborating across multiple products, services and business and technical teams ensuring interdependencies and cross-cutting issues are managed</li><li>Lead stakeholder engagement with senior leaders, stakeholders, and external partners to drive engagement, buy-in, digital innovation and adoption - ensuring seamless digital integration.</li><li>Define a framework for quality assurance to establish and evaluate the success and effectiveness of digital initiatives and report on progress to senior management.</li><li>Manage and mentor a team of digital professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.</li><li>Encourage a culture of innovation focused on adding value.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Make complex recommendations at a tactical and strategic level (Communicating analysis and insight)</li><li>Communicate relevant, compelling stories using the most appropriate medium (Communicating analysis and insight)</li><li>Provide guidance on the evaluation strategy for a group of digital products and services (Evaluation planning and strategy)</li><li>Define best practice and methodologies for measuring indicators and communicating limitations (Product and service monitoring)</li><li>Act as a champion for the strategy engaging with communities to support delivery and encourage broader engagement (Community Collaboration)</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Changing and Improving</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £68,199, Office for National Statistics contributes £19,757 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>The <a href="https://careers.ons.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Office for National Statistics</a> is part of the Civil Service, and as such we share a number of key benefits with other departments, whilst also having our own unique offerings to support our valued colleagues across the organisation.</p><p>Whether you are hearing about us for the first time or already know a bit about our organisation, we hope that our <a href="https://careers.ons.gov.uk/" target="_blank">careers site</a> will give you a great insight into the benefits and facilities available to our colleagues, and our fantastic working culture.</p><p></p><p><strong>Inclusion &amp; Accessibility</strong></p><p>At ONS we are always looking to attract the very best people from the widest possible talent pool, and we are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunities employer. As a Disability Confident Leader we’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.</p><p>As part of our application process, you will be prompted to provide details of any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process that you need. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying, please contact the recruitment team in the first instance.</p><p>If you would like an accessible version of any of the attachments or recruitment documents below or linked to in this advert, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to assist.</p><p>ONS are committed to flexible ways of working that support a healthy work-life balance. ONS has already considered how this job could be right sized for applicants working flexibly and we are happy to explore options with you about working part time, in a job share or flexibly, in line with our hybrid working policies.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p><strong>Security Clearance </strong></p><p>For ONS the requirement for SC clearance is to have been present in the UK for 3 consecutive years immediately prior to applying and the department will consider eligibility by exception on a case-by-case basis. You will be asked to provide information regarding your UK residency during your application, and failure to provide this will result in your application being rejected.</p><p>If you are unsure that you meet the eligibility above, please read the information available on <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Gov.uk</a> on this link or contact the recruitment email on the advert before applying to discuss, as failure to meet the residency requirements will result in your security clearance application being rejected and any offer of employment being withdrawn.</p><p>At the point of SC application, you will need to provide or give access to the following evidence:</p><ul><li>Departmental or company records (personnel files, staff reports, sick leave reports and security records)</li><li>UK criminal records covering both spent and unspent criminal records</li><li>Your credit and financial history with a credit reference agency</li><li>Security Services records</li></ul><p>We may also reach out to you mid-campaign to confirm eligibility for this role.</p><p><strong>Application Support </strong></p><p><strong>Artificial intelligence (AI)</strong> software such as ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot and Gemini are powerful tools that can create and review text in ways that mimic what people can do. These tools can help you enhance your application and prepare for the process, but it is essential you use them appropriately.</p><p>They must also not be used to provide misleading or false information at any stage of the application journey.</p><p>It is also important to understand that while AI can help you prepare for an interview, you must not use it to produce responses during an interview.</p><p>For full guidance in relation to the use of AI through the recruitment process, please read <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/&amp;data=05%7c02%7cGovernment-Digital-and-Data-Recruitment%40ons.gov.uk%7cd1daca8f7fa3485b50e308ddf6a04bf6%7c078807bfce824688bce00d811684dc46%7c0%7c0%7c638937890549876342%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=2JAOSq2HjsgQiVQsDG90QcyAxhC0ZmkZ2JAGydjRXGA%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">A candidate’s guide to artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment</a></p><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p><strong>Number of Stages: 2 stage process</strong></p><p><strong>Stage 1:</strong> Application </p><p><strong>Stage 2:</strong> Interview</p><p><strong>Stage 1 – Application </strong></p><p>The assessment process at the application stage will be based on your work history, skills, experience, CV, and personal statement. It is important that your application is tailored to highlight the skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to the role.</p><p>A personal statement is required at application stage, it will state the maximum word count allowed (1250 words), which should not be exceeded. Where it is a requirement to make a personal statement, you should provide evidence for each essential skill criterion listed in the person specification. As these criteria are scored, it is advisable to give clear examples for each one, including the impact of your actions, ideally utilising the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).</p><p>Please note that Success Profiles Behaviour examples are not required at this stage of the application process. </p><p>When a high volume of applications are received, the sift pass mark may be adjusted. Candidates will be invited to interview based on their merit order, with those achieving the highest scores being prioritised. Applicants who score below the adjusted pass mark but still pass will be placed on hold and may be invited to interview at a later date.</p><p><strong>Stage 2 – Interview</strong></p><p>If invited to interview, you will be assessed using techniques aligned with the Civil Service Success Profiles framework, covering all behaviours listed in the job advert and any required technical skills. </p><p>Interviews may be in person or via Microsoft Teams.</p><p>A presentation will be required at interview.</p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made. </p><p>The Sift will be conducted from 29/01/2026</p><p>Interviews will be conducted from 10/02/2026</p><p>For the full terms and conditions of the post, please see attachment.</p><p>Please note that all campaigns may be subject to withdrawal at any stage if the internal resource position changes.</p><p>Curious about Government Digital and Data? Dive into the <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdsit.pagetiger.com%2Fbzwfhzv%2F1&amp;data=05%7C02%7CTom.Partleton%40ons.gov.uk%7Cd89f77d88bae45ec5eb608de282a49dc%7C078807bfce824688bce00d811684dc46%7C0%7C0%7C638992359276574710%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=QOgRWWNEPQDimG4r2KK%2BQRF2s%2FlJS3ynW9vjcoG8JYc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Candidate Pack</a> to learn more</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Government Digital and Data Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Government-Digital-and-Data-Recruitment@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">Government-Digital-and-Data-Recruitment@ons.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Government-Digital-and-Data-Recruitment@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">Government-Digital-and-Data-Recruitment@ons.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact <a href="mailto:recruitment.complaints@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment.complaints@ons.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Civil Service Commission</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzQ4OTImdmVyaWZ5PTA5MTFhYzNkMTY1ZTRlNmY2MjdmYjY5NmZkMjRmMjk3JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY1MzQwNzM3LWEzMDY2NTVjOTJlOTVkMWI3Zjc1Yjg1ODg1OTllZjBjNDc4ZDg1YzQ=" target="_blank">2721 Advert 1B Permanent - ONS National v1-00 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 83kB)

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<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Do you enjoy fault finding and problem solving? Want to develop your testing skills further? All whilst protecting national security? </strong></p><p>Within this role you will support IT Services for government departments in the UK and around the globe to support national security.</p><p>You will bring your testing knowledge to an expanding agile development team, ensuring products continually meet the high standards and security needs of the wider government departments.</p><p>You’ll use your communication skills to build relationships with development teams where your attention to detail will identify issues to ensure products deployed will be fit for purpose for the vital work you’ll support. </p><p>You will regularly attend stand up meetings led by delivery leads, to ensure that you understand the current priorities of projects and can plan or adjust the testing schedule accordingly.</p><p>No two days will be the same, one day you could be manually testing the next generation desktop, then you could be learning how to automate bespoke rest APIs.</p><p>You will be working within a positive, creative and friendly environment where you will be provided with on-the-job training as well as formal training qualifications. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Putting your skills to use</strong></p><p>Using your diverse range of skills, you will:</p><ul><li>Perform work in accordance with department policies, processes and procedures.</li><li>Perform testing as required to support project, change and release activities within required timeframes.</li><li>Design test cases, create test scripts and identify test data to meet the required objectives as defined in the project or change.</li><li>Accurately, impartially and concisely interpret and record results, reporting defects.</li><li>Generate test reports to detail success/failure of the testing performed.</li><li>Complete tasks to agreed quality and time.</li><li>Ensure stakeholders are informed of progress and immediately communicate risks to quality and schedule.</li><li>Input into the test plan creation for projects or changes.</li><li>Be responsible for your continued professional development.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>More About You</strong></p><p>To apply for this role, you will already have:</p><ul><li>Experience in writing test plans, scripts and completion reports.</li><li>Knowledge of workstation hardware, Microsoft products and web applications.</li><li>The ability to accurately present information.</li></ul><p>It would be beneficial if you also have one of the following (although these are not essential):</p><ul><li>Experience in the use of automation testing tools.</li><li>Familiarisation with the Agile framework.</li><li>ISTQB or ISEB Certification.</li><li>Understanding of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standard.</li></ul><p><br><strong>Your Personal Skills</strong></p><p>You will be someone who:</p><ul><li>Questions assumptions and considers a problem in context.</li><li>Plans ahead and involves others in a timely way.</li><li>Uses the most appropriate style and approach for the situation.</li><li>Makes sure that problems or issues that might impact on the customer are addressed as soon as possible. </li><li>Works collaboratively with others to achieve goals.</li><li>Is open minded and positive about change.</li><li>Sets an example in high standards and values to others, shows integrity and professionalism.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><p><strong>What we offer</strong></p><p>Now that we’ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here’s what we can offer you:</p><ul><li>A positive, collaborative and inclusive work environment.</li><li>25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service.</li><li>8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave.</li><li>2 ½ additional days leave (set dates through the year).</li><li>Opportunities for development.</li><li>Paid overtime or time off in lieu. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, we believe you should be rewarded for that.</li><li>Flexible or compressed hours to support you to balance your life with your work.</li><li>Training. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a ½ day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it’s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you.</li><li>Opportunities for mentoring and coaching.</li><li>Free secure parking and allocated parking for car shares.</li><li>Affinity groups – whether you are a person with a disability, part of the LGBTQIA+ community and/or from an ethnic minority background, we provide an inclusive environment, support and a variety of networks for everyone.</li><li>Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day.</li><li>Multi-faith Prayer room. This is a quiet contemplation room for staff to use for prayer or reflection.</li><li>Sports &amp; Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you. We offer regular subsidised theatre tickets and on-site activities.</li><li>On site café and restaurant.</li><li>On site nursery (subject to availability).</li></ul><p><br><strong>About HMGCC</strong></p><p>We are HMGCC, the engineering specialists at the heart of the UK’s national security.</p><p>We work with the national security community, UK government, academia, private sector partners and international allies to bring engineering ingenuity to the national security mission, creating tools and technologies that drive us ahead and help to protect the nation.</p><p>We invest in our people, not only with training but also support throughout your career with us; to allow you to reach your full potential at work, as well as enjoy the work/life balance many aspire to.</p><p>To find out more about us and if we’re right for you, please <a href="https://hmgcc.gov.uk/about-us" target="_blank">visit our website</a>.<br><br><strong><br>Equal Opportunities</strong></p><p>Inclusion and diversity really matter to us. It's not just about numbers or visible differences. </p><p>HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse. </p><p>We’re not looking for any one type of person. We’re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other's differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do. </p><p>To find out more about our culture and inclusion and diversity, please <a href="https://hmgcc.gov.uk/life-at-hmgcc" target="_blank">visit our website</a>. </p><p>We are proud to offer applicants who declare a disability or long-term health condition the opportunity to apply through the Offer of Interview Scheme. We aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that best meet the minimum essential criteria for this position are offered an interview where practicable.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>Apply now</strong></p><p>Discover more by applying on our website</p><p>Our recruitment team will process your application once the role has closed and everyone will get a response.</p><p>Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">developed vetting (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Opportunities@hiringteam.org.uk" target="_blank">Opportunities@hiringteam.org.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0845 337 3217 (Our lines are open Monday to Friday from 9am until 4pm)</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Opportunities@hiringteam.org.uk" target="_blank">Opportunities@hiringteam.org.uk</a></li></ul>

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