IT Junior Programmer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Designer Contracts is the UK’s largest flooring contractor operating across 13 regional facilities. As well as flooring, the company provides curtains and blinds, furniture and lighting, and operates a show home interior design services division.
We have been supplying and installing across the nation since 1992 and now employ over 350 staff members with an annual turnover in excess of £40 million.
Due to our continued growth we have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Programmer to join our IT team based in Kettering.
Salary - £26,500 plus bonus
Type – Permanent, Full Time
Working Pattern – Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
Do you have:
A passion for performance programming?
Excellent problem-solving skills?
An ability required to prioritise, multi-task, and manage your time effectively?
A keen eye for detail?
If so then we would like to hear from you!
This is a busy role that will require you to assist in the daily running of an efficient Information Technology department to ensure the maximum availability of all equipment and systems to authorised users.
Key areas of responsibilities include:
- Developing reports, applications, websites, service applications, mobile apps and any other requirement that the Company may have in various development languages
- Maintaining in-house software using a variety of technologies
- Providing updates and bug fixes
- Developing help file systems to aid usability of the developed software
- Maintaining and developing database systems
- Sharing best practice; communicating good ideas
- Maintaining effective and efficient electronic systems
- Effectively communicating and co-operating with other members of the team
- Assisting in the running of Information Technology for the Company supporting the Helpdesk team
Key Requirements:
- Experience in programming within the .Net framework
- Strong team player
- You should have at least 5 GCSEs Grade C or above, including Maths & English or equivalent.
- You will be articulate, possess excellent IT and communication skills and work well under pressure.
Our continued success is based on having a loyal, motivated and friendly team of people with a drive to succeed. In return we offer a generous benefits package including:
- Competitive Bonus
- 32 days holiday including 8 bank holidays
- Additional days leave for long service
- Health care plan provided by Westfield Health
- Life Insurance
- Contributory Pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- All inclusive and paid for team building days out
Designer Contracts is an equal opportunities employer
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for IT Junior Programmer roles across Designer Contracts's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,500 - £26,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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