IT Development Officer

Job description

IT Development Officer (Mosaic Migration Project)

Be Part of a Transformation That Makes a Difference

Pembrokeshire Social Services is embarking on one of the most ambitious and important digital transformation projects in its history, and we're looking for a talented IT Development Officer to join us on this exciting journey.

We are replacing our current Social Care Case Management System, Eclipse, with Mosaic-a modern platform that will help shape the future of social care delivery across Pembrokeshire. This is more than a system migration; it's an opportunity to create technology that genuinely supports our social work teams and improves outcomes for the people they serve.

If you're passionate about data, systems development, and using technology to make a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of the project team, you'll play a key role in the successful migration from Eclipse to Mosaic, working with technical specialists, business users, and system suppliers to ensure a smooth transition.

You'll be involved in:

• Supporting the migration of data and business processes to the new Mosaic platform.
• Developing, testing, and maintaining system integrations, reports, and databases.
• Working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Analysing and resolving system and data issues.
• Helping to ensure the integrity, quality, and accessibility of social care data.
• Contributing to one of the most significant IT and business change programmes within Pembrokeshire Social Services.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a motivated and technically capable individual with experience working with enterprise systems supported by SQL-based databases, including:

• Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL)
• PostgreSQL
• Oracle Database

Experience with Business Objects, PowerBI reporting and analytics tools would be highly desirable.

You'll also bring:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience of developing or supporting business-critical applications.
• The ability to work collaboratively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
• A proactive approach and enthusiasm for driving positive change through technology.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to be involved in a high-profile transformation programme that will directly support frontline social care services.

You'll have the chance to:

Work on a major digital transformation project from start to finish.
Develop valuable skills in a leading social care platform.
Make a tangible difference to the way social care is delivered across Pembrokeshire.
Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving services for vulnerable people.
Leave a lasting legacy through technology that supports both practitioners and the communities they serve.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us and help deliver a modern, innovative case management system that empowers our workforce, improves efficiency, and enables better outcomes for the people of Pembrokeshire.

Apply today and become part of the team shaping the future of social care technology.

Employee Benefits

Our employee benefits are designed to help invest in your future and are in addition to living and working in Pembrokeshire, one of the most beautiful and desirable counties in the UK. For further details, please refer to the Employee Benefits leaflet attached.

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Please refer to the job description above for more details on this vacancy and the person specification.

Employment Checks

This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check.

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Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

Please note that at this point, Pembrokeshire County Council is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

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• We understand that applicants may choose to use tools such as generative AI to support the preparation of their application. While the use of such tools is permitted, it remains the applicant's full responsibility to ensure that all information submitted is factually accurate, truthful, and representative of their own skills, experiences and qualifications.
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Safeguarding

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council's Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.

This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone's business whether they work for, or on behalf of, the Council.

Support & Additional Info

• Please contact the HR Systems Team as early as possible if you're unable to apply online by emailing [email protected] .
• Please contact the Recruitment Team if you have any queries relating to this vacancy by emailing [email protected] .
• Local Government Employees on National Joint Council (NJC) terms are subject to national pay bargaining; all salaries currently stated in our adverts are as 01/04/2025.
• Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; therefore prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the person specification and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Welsh language skills are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.