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Web Application Developer (Laravel)

Location: Remote (UK-based)
Contract: Permanent 0.6 FTE (with some flexibility)
Closing Date: Thursday 31 October 2025

The Song & Hymn Writers Foundation (SHWF) is a UK charity dedicated to promoting excellence in Christian songwriting and resourcing the worshipping church. For 60 years, through initiatives like Jubilate, Resound Worship and the 12 Song Challenge, we’ve been helping the church sing in ways that glorify God, grow disciples, and build community.
 

The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Web Application Developer to join our small charity staff team to design, build, and maintain online platforms in support of our mission. You’ll work with colleagues and skilled volunteers on:

Songclub - community songwriting platform (currently 12 Song Challenge)
Churchsongs - publishing rights management
Resound Worship & Jubilate - e-commerce music websites
 

About You

  • Strong skills in Laravel, PHP, MySQL, and modern web technologies
  • Experience with Git and team-based deployment workflows
  • Knowledge of security best practice and data protection
  • Clear communicator, detail-oriented problem solver, and collaborative
     

Safeguarding & Eligibility

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and at-risk adults. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and a basic DBS check.

This role is UK-based and open only to applicants with the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
 

How to Apply

Please download our Application Pack with full role description and person specification, complete our Application Form and return it to admin@shwf.org.uk by Thursday 31 October 2025.

We do not accept CVs on their own, but you may submit one in addition to the application form if you wish.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly after the closing date. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, right-to-work checks, and a basic DBS check.