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Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Digital Applications Developer

The closing date is 03 February 2026

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Job summary

As the Junior digital applications developer, you will be responsible forsupporting the digital applications developers ensuring the systems areconfigured to meet our digital strategy and that 'best practice' ways ofworking are facilitated.As a technical expert work alongside the Trust's care groups, clinical teams and system suppliers as necessary, to participate in the design of any new workflows that will require the development of change within digital applications. Support with analysis, scope out document requirements and carry out the configuration of the Trust business change requirements within RBFT digital applications.Understand all current processes from an "as is" perspective in relation tothe specific work stream within the Trust.Participate in the design of the new "to be" processes, completing processflows, documentation and analysis of impacts / dependencies and theconfiguration of digital applications.Understand interfaces between systems and the data exchanged, to reflect this requirement in any configuration changes.Adhere to all policies and procedures within the Configuration Team. Work collaboratively with colleagues in the support Team, back-office Informatics and throughout the Trust.

Requires Oracle/Cerner Application knowledge

Main duties of the job

As the Junior digital applications developer, you will be responsible forsupporting the digital applications developers ensuring the systems areconfigured to meet our digital strategy and that 'best practice' ways ofworking are facilitated.As a technical expert work alongside the Trust's care groups, clinical teams and system suppliers as necessary, to participate in the design of any new workflows that will require the development of change within digital applications. Support with analysis, scope out document requirements and carry out the configuration of the Trust business change requirements within RBFT digital applications.Understand all current processes from an "as is" perspective in relation tothe specific work stream within the Trust.Participate in the design of the new "to be" processes, completing processflows, documentation and analysis of impacts / dependencies and theconfiguration of digital applications.Understand interfaces between systems and the data exchanged, to reflect this requirement in any configuration changes.Adhere to all policies and procedures within the Configuration Team. Work collaboratively with colleagues in the support Team, back-office Informatics and throughout the Trust

Requires Oracle/Cerner Application knowledge

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year PER ANNUM

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-7707862COR

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication and RelationshipsStakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison between clinical and operational staff, IT teams, and external digital solution providers (e.g., Cerner Millennium). Facilitate effective communication to ensure stakeholders understand system capabilities, benefits, and limitations.User Group Participation: Attend user group forums, supplier collaboration events, and Trust meetings to foster relationships and share knowledge that can contribute to system optimization and improvement.Technical and Non-Technical Communication: Translate highly complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for clinical and non-clinical stakeholders. Ensure that communication regarding changes to EPR systems is tailored to the audience, minimizing jargon and ensuring accessibility.Training and Documentation: Assist in the development of user manuals and conduct training sessions for Trust staff on the effective use of EPR systems. Ensure end users receive appropriate levels of system access, following Trust guidelines on security and confidentiality.

Requires Oracle/Cerner Application knowledge

Please see JD for full list

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication and RelationshipsStakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison between clinical and operational staff, IT teams, and external digital solution providers (e.g., Cerner Millennium). Facilitate effective communication to ensure stakeholders understand system capabilities, benefits, and limitations.User Group Participation: Attend user group forums, supplier collaboration events, and Trust meetings to foster relationships and share knowledge that can contribute to system optimization and improvement.Technical and Non-Technical Communication: Translate highly complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for clinical and non-clinical stakeholders. Ensure that communication regarding changes to EPR systems is tailored to the audience, minimizing jargon and ensuring accessibility.Training and Documentation: Assist in the development of user manuals and conduct training sessions for Trust staff on the effective use of EPR systems. Ensure end users receive appropriate levels of system access, following Trust guidelines on security and confidentiality.

Requires Oracle/Cerner Application knowledge

Please see JD for full list

Person Specification

Must have Oracle/Cerner Application experience

Essential

  • Requires Oracle/Cerner Application knowledge
  • Previous NHS experience

Desirable

  • Change Management
  • Worked within digital IT projects

Understanding of web technologies systems and architecture

Essential

  • Understanding of digital technologies systems and architecture
Person Specification

Must have Oracle/Cerner Application experience

Essential

  • Requires Oracle/Cerner Application knowledge
  • Previous NHS experience

Desirable

  • Change Management
  • Worked within digital IT projects

Understanding of web technologies systems and architecture

Essential

  • Understanding of digital technologies systems and architecture

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN


Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN


Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Digital Applications Developer

Tracy Stankard

tracy.stankard@royalberkshire.nhs.uk

01183225353

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year PER ANNUM

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-7707862COR

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Craven Road

Reading

RG1 5AN


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