WordPress Web Developer

3 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom UCKG Help Centre Full time £280,000 - £350,000 per year

The UCKG is currently looking for a talented and self-motivated in-house WordPress Web Developer who can take full responsibility for designing, developing, and delivering a clean, fully functional, and SEO-optimised website. The ideal candidate will have strong experience working independently across the full website lifecycle—from concept and structure to development, testing, and final handover.

This is a full-time, office-based role. The developer will report directly to the Communications Manager and receive regular input from church leadership to ensure the final product meets the organisation's needs and expectations. The successful candidate will be confident in managing complex web features, integrating dynamic content, and optimising site performance while ensuring a seamless user experience across all devices.

Duties will include to:

Collaborate with UCKG leadership to finalise the site structure and visual direction

Design a fully responsive, lightweight, and user-friendly website using WordPress

Build or customise features such as:

  • "Pastor Online" real-time live chat
  • "Find the nearest branch" GPS/location-based tool
  • Donation system with secure payment and Gift Aid functionality
  • Radio streaming integration
  • User login system for chat and interactions
  • Alerts, notifications, events calendar, and daily scripture section
  • Schedule reminders, virtual tour, HelpCentre map, and social media integrations

Migrate and preserve legacy content to ensure SEO continuity

Optimise the site for performance, accessibility, and best practices (PageSpeed/Core Web Vitals)

Test, deploy, and launch the site with full documentation, training, and admin credential handover

Ensure UCKG retains full ownership and control of the website after project completion

Must have:

Proven experience in WordPress development (custom themes, plugins, site builds)

Strong knowledge of PHP and JavaScript

Experience with responsive design and modern UX/UI principles

Ability to work independently and manage a full project from start to finish

Additional Skills:

SEO expertise (technical and on-page)

Strong eye for UX/UI design

Experience integrating payment gateways, live chat systems, and GPS/location tools

Familiarity with performance optimisation and Core Web Vitals

Personal Specification:

Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and interest in modern web development.

Has the ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.

Possesses excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions and guidelines.

Communicates clearly in spoken and written English and is able to collaborate professionally with leadership and staff.

Displays flexibility, adaptability, and a strong sense of responsibility over the quality and delivery of their work.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Education:

  • Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

  • WordPress Web Developer : 4 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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