Junior Web Developer (WordPress) - Doncaster, Onsite

Junior Web Developer (WordPress) - Doncaster, On Site

25,000- 30,000

Our well-established and growing e-commerce client is seeking a Junior Web Developer to support the ongoing development, maintenance, and optimisation of their online platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior developer with hands-on experience across WordPress, WooCommerce, front-end development, and e-commerce technologies, to work within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance WordPress and WooCommerce websites
• Upload and manage products, pricing, categories, and promotional content
• Support website updates, backups, plugin management, and security checks
• Troubleshoot website issues, bugs, and plugin conflicts
• Develop and implement small custom features using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Support website performance optimisation and mobile responsiveness
• Assist with SEO improvements including metadata and on-page optimisation
• Work closely with marketing teams on landing pages and campaign content
• Monitor website performance, uptime, and search console issues
• Support testing and deployment of website changes
• Occasionally assist with basic internal IT and digital support tasks

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification within IT, Web Development, or Computer Science
• Commercial or project-based experience with WordPress and WooCommerce
• Strong HTML, CSS, and JavaScript skills
• Working knowledge of PHP and WordPress customisation
• Experience working with Gutenberg editor and block themes
• Understanding of responsive web design principles
• Basic MySQL/phpMyAdmin knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and development

Desirable Skills

• Experience developing or modifying WordPress plugins/themes
• Understanding of SEO best practices
• Knowledge of Git version control
• Experience with REST APIs or integrations
• Previous IT or technical support exposure

Package

• Company pension
• Employee discount scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Broad technical exposure and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment