Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Test Analyst to join the SCR Team. We are a friendly, dedicated team experiencing unprecedented growth and working to maintain and improve the products and services provided to our customers.
The successful candidate would be expected to lead and co-ordinate the day-to-day delivery of SCR testing as directed by the Test Lead. The post holder will be required to follow and develop testing standards and will be required to supervise other test staff in their testing activities.
Main duties of the job
Lead on the day-to-day development, maintenance and running of test scripts / tests in line with the Test Plan
Allocate test scripts / testing to other test team members and provide supervision / support and guidance as required
Chair the daily triage meeting, ensuring bugs, defects and issues triage outcomes are accurately recorded and actioned in line with defined processes
Allocate regression test scripts to assigned regression testers and ensure that regression test results are reviewed, and defects / bugs are raised as appropriate
Deputise for the Test Lead
Occasionally cover customer support during periods of support team members absence
About us
Somerset Cancer Register is the leading cancer system provider and supports more than 100 organisations across England, which is unique for an NHS software supplier!
The team is made up of over 30 NHS IM&T staff who have specialist knowledge about cancer. The professionals employed cover Analysts, Testers, Developers, Trainers, Business Support & Customer Support, all of whom work with clinicians, operational staff and policy makers, to deliver the SCR products.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Allocate work to SCR Test Analysts and other testers to identify, run and manage test scripts, identify any test issues/risks and report in line with testing standards
Assist the Test Lead in the creation of test plans and day to day management of each test cycle
Undertake test script creation and testing as required by the Test Lead
Assist the Test Lead in defining the Test Approach / Strategy for each release
Support the Test Lead in providing checks at agreed stages of the testing lifecycle including acceptance criteria and appropriate gateway review criteria
Liaise closely with suppliers and other stakeholders to facilitate the timely resolution of queries or operational issues affecting deadlines or completion of tasks
Identify risks and issues on assigned releases, upgrades, or changes
Report on status of testing and associated issues as required
Ensure associated documentation is kept current
Job description
Job responsibilities
Allocate work to SCR Test Analysts and other testers to identify, run and manage test scripts, identify any test issues/risks and report in line with testing standards
Assist the Test Lead in the creation of test plans and day to day management of each test cycle
Undertake test script creation and testing as required by the Test Lead
Assist the Test Lead in defining the Test Approach / Strategy for each release
Support the Test Lead in providing checks at agreed stages of the testing lifecycle including acceptance criteria and appropriate gateway review criteria
Liaise closely with suppliers and other stakeholders to facilitate the timely resolution of queries or operational issues affecting deadlines or completion of tasks
Identify risks and issues on assigned releases, upgrades, or changes
Report on status of testing and associated issues as required
Ensure associated documentation is kept current
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Educated to A level in IT related subject or equivalent gained through specific relevant experience
Desirable
- ISEB Testing Foundation Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications including MS Office applications
- Good understanding of the software development lifecycle
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS business and clinical processes
Experience
Essential
- Developing and running test scripts and raising bugs / defects through the full testing lifecycle
- Working in a customer service environment
Desirable
- Experience in User Acceptance Testing
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
- Ability to convey complex and / or technical information to both technical / expert or non-technical / non-expert audience
PLANNING & ORGANISING SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to prioritise work and deal with conflicting priorities to ensure commitments are met
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Educated to A level in IT related subject or equivalent gained through specific relevant experience
Desirable
- ISEB Testing Foundation Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of computer operating systems and software applications including MS Office applications
- Good understanding of the software development lifecycle
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS business and clinical processes
Experience
Essential
- Developing and running test scripts and raising bugs / defects through the full testing lifecycle
- Working in a customer service environment
Desirable
- Experience in User Acceptance Testing
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
- Ability to convey complex and / or technical information to both technical / expert or non-technical / non-expert audience
PLANNING & ORGANISING SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to prioritise work and deal with conflicting priorities to ensure commitments are met
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
