Wordpress
Listed on 2026-11-01
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IT/Tech
Web Developer
Worcester, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/10/2026
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Job Description 3 Month Contract With A local AuthorityJob Purpose
To provide technical and administrative support for Worcester City Council's suite of Word Press websites, ensuring content remains accurate, accessible, secure and user-focused.
The postholder will support the Communications and Strategy & Transformation teams by maintaining website content, managing Word Press functionality, supporting social media and intranet content, and ensuring websites comply with accessibility, security and best practice standards.
Key Responsibilities Website Management & Content- Manage and update content across the Council's websites.
- Create, edit and publish website content.
- Ensure all website information remains accurate, relevant and up to date.
- Develop customer-focused self‑service content and online information.
- Support and maintain content on the Council intranet.
- Ensure websites provide an excellent user experience for customers.
- Provide technical support for a suite of Word Press websites.
- Maintain and update Word Press themes, templates and plugins.
- Monitor website performance and functionality.
- Troubleshoot website issues and implement solutions.
- Research and implement replacement plugins or website functionality where required.
- Work with ICT colleagues to ensure websites remain secure and operational.
- Monitor websites for security risks, vulnerabilities and potential threats.
- Implement security updates and best practice controls.
- Minimise the risk of spam, malware and hacking attempts.
- Ensure compliance with Council ICT security policies.
- Support business continuity and website resilience arrangements.
- Manage and support Council social media profiles.
- Identify opportunities to promote Council services and key messages online.
- Create and edit graphics, images and digital assets for websites and social media.
- Support digital campaigns and communication activities.
- Train and support website content authors across the Council.
- Provide advice and guidance on content management and publishing standards.
- Support colleagues in the effective use of Word Press and other digital platforms.
- Research developments in web technologies and digital…
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