Summary About us: At Hive, we're in the business of helping businesses - and it all starts with people. From ambitious start-ups to industry giants, we partner with organisations to solve real-world challenges through smart, human-centred solutions. Whether it's navigating change, designing future-ready org structures, refining talent strategies, or building a thriving culture from the ground up, we bring energy, empathy, and expertise to every challenge. This is People Solutions done differently. We're hands-on, strategic, and unafraid to get into the messy middle of things - helping our clients attract, retain, and empower the people who drive their success. From HR transformation and leadership development to policy design and workforce planning, we make work work better - for everyone. And we create the same space for our team to grow, contribute, and thrive. Sound like your kind of Hive? Let's build better, together. The Role: As our organisation enters a significant phase of business growth and digital transformation, we are seeking a disciplined and capable IT Developer to join our IT Development team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the stability of our current infrastructure while actively architecting the next generation of our business systems. Full-time and part-time applications will be considered, up to 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. A degree of on-site attendance is expected, although the role will be predominantly home-based. What You'll be Doing: System Development & Evolution: Manage the full software lifecycle, from designing new systems to deploying enhancements. You will translate business needs into scalable code that supports our long-term growth strategy Operational Integrity: Ensure the performance of existing systems through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting. You will manage production and test environments to guarantee reliable service delivery. Quality & Best Practices: Uphold high technical standards by maintaining rigorous, up-to-date documentation and ensuring all development processes align with industry best practices. Collaborative Support: Partner with internal stakeholders and end-users to provide technical insights. You will also manage the server environments and oversee the deployment of system changes. What You'll Bring: We are looking for a professional with at least two years of commercial software development experience and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Comprehensive knowledge of PHP and MySQL, with proven experience in MVC architecture and the Laravel framework. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Blade templates, alongside experience with version control systems such as GitHub or BitBucket. Familiarity with working within Linux/Ubuntu environments and configuring Apache web servers. The ability to work effectively on your own initiative or as part of a team, coupled with a willingness to embrace new technologies and communicate directly with system users. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with experience in Livewire, Docker, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or the Zend framework will be viewed favourably. As many of our clients operate in the education sector, Hive Support Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, paid for by the employer. The Perks: 25 days holiday 8 Bank Holidays your birthday off! Buy or sell a holiday scheme (because flexibility matters!) Life insurance, private medical insurance, and amazing high street discounts Enhanced family-friendly leave A competitive salary Fantastic learning and development support - including the chance to gain qualifications We believe in making work human. That means fun, flexibility, support, and the freedom to grow and thrive. If you're looking to build your career in HR, make a real impact, and work with a team that cares, this could be your next step.