Job Overview

Web developers design, build and maintain websites and web applications to meet their client's needs.

The Skills Required

You will need:

• excellent web and database programming skills

• a good appreciation of design, usability and interactivity

• creative skills to turn clients' ideas into workable plans

• excellent problem-solving skills

• a willingness to work flexibly

• organisation

• the ability to follow exact instructions

• an understanding of web development standards

• the ability to work to deadlines

• a commitment to keep up to date with technology

• an appreciation of commercial pressures

• the ability to work alone or as part of a team 

 Qualifications

You would normally need a foundation degree, HND or degree in an IT-related subject. Relevant subjects include:

• web development or web design

• multimedia design

• digital media development

• web content management

• business information systems

• computer programming

​Known as one of the more modern and picturesque places in Manchester, our branch in the Salford Quays is but one of many unique and flourishing businesses in the media-orientated section of Greater Manchester.

Surrounded by thriving businesses such as the BBC, ITV, The Lowry Theatre, and the Lowry shopping centre which in and amongst itself is a tourist and local attraction. Not far from other famed Manchester tourist attractions either, such as Manchester United’s very own Old Trafford Football Stadium, The Imperial War Museum, and the rest of Trafford Park.

It is also situated right nearby to Chester Road (A56), one of the most used roads for public transport from Trafford into the City Centre. A plethora of trams and buses all travel in and around Salford Quays to ensure you are never more than ten minutes’ walk from public transport.