Test Analyst
Full Time
London
Posted
Job description
Details
Reference number
239847
Salary
£31,695 - £39,695
per annum (National - London).
Rising to £32,012 per annum (National) / £35,012 per annum (London) on successful completion of probation.
Maximum salary amount includes an allowance of Labour Market Supplement, up to £5,000 per annum. Final package salary will be dependent on skills and experience.Grade
Higher Executive Officer
B2
Contract type
Temporary
Length of employment
Until 31 March 2024
Business area
OFSTED - Digital and Information - Digital Change
Type of role
Analytical
Digital
Quality
Other
Digital
Quality
Other
Working pattern
Flexible working, Full-time
Number of posts
2
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About the job
Benefits
Things you need to know
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Location
23 Stephenson Street, Birmingham; 2 Rivergate, Bristol; Clive House, London or Piccadilly Gate, Manchester
About the job
Summary
As Ofsted develops more digital services it must also expand the capability of delivery teams. Every digital product we develop requires rigorous testing to ensure it is fit for purpose and the test analyst role plays a key part in assuring the quality of the products we develop.
The role holder will work on one or more projects, depending on the size of the project and the quantity of testing required, and will be responsible for co-ordinating and executing the required tests to ensure the developed system meets the agreed quality standards.
The test analyst will work closely with the product owner and developer(s) to understand the intended functionality, identify test scenarios and identify the required test data before executing these tests. Test outcomes must be recorded, in particular any defects identified must be communicated to the development team for resolution.
The testing performed will be a mix of manual and automated. In some cases the test analyst will work alongside experienced external contractors and gain experience using specialist tools, particularly around test automation.
Quality assurance is key to the successful delivery of every digital project. Currently, Ofsted has a number of active projects with different test requirements (user interface, data quality etc). The test analyst can expect to work on a variety of these projects, assuring the quality of them all.
The role holder will work on one or more projects, depending on the size of the project and the quantity of testing required, and will be responsible for co-ordinating and executing the required tests to ensure the developed system meets the agreed quality standards.
The test analyst will work closely with the product owner and developer(s) to understand the intended functionality, identify test scenarios and identify the required test data before executing these tests. Test outcomes must be recorded, in particular any defects identified must be communicated to the development team for resolution.
The testing performed will be a mix of manual and automated. In some cases the test analyst will work alongside experienced external contractors and gain experience using specialist tools, particularly around test automation.
Quality assurance is key to the successful delivery of every digital project. Currently, Ofsted has a number of active projects with different test requirements (user interface, data quality etc). The test analyst can expect to work on a variety of these projects, assuring the quality of them all.
Job description
Please refer to the job specification for further information.
Responsibilities
The key responsibilities of the role are outlined below. However, this is an overview of the role and is not exhaustive. Ofsted reserves the right to assign other duties commensurate with the B2 grade as required.
- Working with the product owner and development team to identify the relevant test scenarios and test cases for a feature, based on a set of acceptance criteria.
- Define the test data and other prerequisites needed to successfully execute test cases and liaise with colleagues to ensure this test data is available.
- Execute test cases to confirm the product is working as expected; either manual or automated testing.
- Document the outcome of tests, in particular any defects found. Follow the defect management process to communicate issues to the development team and re-test fixes.
- Clearly record defects identified and work with developers to ensure a fix is deployed in a timely manner.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Delivering at Pace
- Communicating and Influencing
- Working Together
- Changing and Improving
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Experience working in an agile delivery team, preferably on a digital or technology project.
- Experience planning, preparing and performing manual or automated testing.
- Experience of working with colleagues to understand business needs and system functionality.
Benefits
Ofsted operates a hybrid working approach, allowing colleagues to benefit from time in the office, with the flexibility also to work from home. Our expectation is that you will spend at least 60% of your time working in your office, or at external meetings or events. The exact balance will depend on the nature of your role and the suitability of your home environment, and will be discussed and agreed with your line manager.
Ofsted is committed to maintaining employee health and wellbeing, whether it is physically, emotionally, financially or socially, and offers a range of benefits to support employees in this. Such benefits include the option to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme, professional and personal development opportunities, 32.5 annual leave days per annum (plus eight days public holiday) and access to counselling and advisory services.
Any move to Ofsted from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.
Ofsted is committed to maintaining employee health and wellbeing, whether it is physically, emotionally, financially or socially, and offers a range of benefits to support employees in this. Such benefits include the option to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme, professional and personal development opportunities, 32.5 annual leave days per annum (plus eight days public holiday) and access to counselling and advisory services.
Any move to Ofsted from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.
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Security
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check.
People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.
Selection process details
This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
Shortlisting:
The selection panel will assess your application based on the evidence you have provided against the essential criteria as set out in the person specification.
You will also be asked to provide information within the “Employer/Activity History” section of the application form. This information is equivalent to the information you would provide on a CV setting out your career history (this will be used in the sifting process).
Interview:
At the interview stage, you will be assessed on the listed behaviours and experience as set out in the person specification.
Online video call interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 17 October 2022 via Microsoft Teams or at one of the Ofsted offices.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
The selection panel will assess your application based on the evidence you have provided against the essential criteria as set out in the person specification.
You will also be asked to provide information within the “Employer/Activity History” section of the application form. This information is equivalent to the information you would provide on a CV setting out your career history (this will be used in the sifting process).
Interview:
At the interview stage, you will be assessed on the listed behaviours and experience as set out in the person specification.
Online video call interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 17 October 2022 via Microsoft Teams or at one of the Ofsted offices.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
- UK nationals
- nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
- nationals of the Republic of Ireland
- nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with settled or pre-settled status or who apply for either status by the deadline of the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service
- certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
Name :
Talent and Resourcing team
Email :
recruitment@ofsted.gov.uk
Telephone :
03000130815
Recruitment team :
Email :
recruitment@ofsted.gov.uk
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