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Front End Developer - Manchester and other hubs
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Front End Developer
Location: Manchester and other UK hubs | Contract: Hybrid | Compensation: Inside IR35 | Pay Rate: £330–£485 per day
We’re recruiting Front End Developers for several public-sector digital programmes. These opportunities suit developers who enjoy building accessible, well-tested services using TypeScript, JavaScript, and Node.js.
Available Assignments
- £330 or £340 per day: Manchester, Newcastle, or Leeds; 40% onsite working, with some travel once per sprint. BPSS required.
- £345 or £430 per day: regional UK hubs outside London; aim of 60% onsite, potentially negotiable, plus monthly travel. Active SC preferred, or high confidence of SC eligibility.
- £485 per day: Manchester, Leeds, or London; travel depends on the team. Active SC preferred, or high confidence of SC eligibility. Strong Nunjucks experience required.
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What You’ll Do
- Develop and improve user-facing functionality using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js.
- Work with designers and engineers to turn user needs into accessible digital services.
- Integrate interfaces with APIs and supporting systems.
- Write automated tests, review code, and contribute to reliable releases through CI/CD.
- Share engineering knowledge and contribute to technical decisions.
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What We’re Looking For
- Strong hands-on JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js experience, with evidence of delivering production services.
- Depending on the assignment, relevant experience includes Express/Fastify, Nunjucks, HTML/CSS, GDS patterns, Jest/Mocha, Selenium/Playwright, and cloud-hosted integrations.
- Some assignments also require technical design and leadership experience.
How to Apply
Please apply with your CV, availability, preferred hub, and current clearance status. We can discuss which assignment best matches your experience and working preferences.
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