Test Analyst

Job Description

SummaryAt HMRC we are committed to creating a great place to work for all our colleagues; an inclusive and respectful environment that reflects the diversity of the society we serve. We want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work forus and we offer a range of flexible working patterns and support to make a fulfilling career at HMRC accessible to you. Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with theexperience and skills needed to perform this role. The Internal Services Accessibility Review Project (ISAR)is part of Chief Digital and Information Officer Group (CDIO) and sits in Mobility and workplace Service (MWPS). CDIO are committed to ensuring ourInternal IT Services are accessible to all. As a Test Analyst you will have the opportunity to support our ambition for HMRC to be the exemplar for Accessibility and Assistive Technology across all Government Departments. During the length of the Project,we will focus on analysis of HMRCs Internal Service against Accessibility Standards through stringent Accessibility Testing. We will provide robust data/information and strong business cases to allow effective prioritising of remediation where appropriate.JobdescriptionYou will be part of a team of Test Analysts, testing internal HMRC services and applications against WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) 2.1 standard. This supports HMRCs dedication to ensure positive employee experience and maximum contributionfor all our colleagues, and our obligation for accessibility compliance. You will work as part of the project and be part of highly motivated team of testers. This role provides an excellent opportunity for somebody to utilise their existing IT technical skillsand knowledge around Accessibility and Assistive Technology.ResponsibilitiesConduct accessibility testing for all assigned projects in alignment with HMRC Test Policy and Strategy and to agreed standards and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to definescope of testing and develop test plans. Work with HMRC assistive technology users to test hardware and software components. Use technical tools to evaluate products. Identify and communicate issues discovered during testing to key individuals and teams. Producetest reports following agreed standards. Working effectively as part of a developing team Essential Criteria: Knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Experience of assistive technologies and knowledge of how they operate. Experience of workingin a test environment. An understanding of different user needs including those who use Assistive Technologies or have access needs. Desirable Criteria: Good awareness of Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No.2) Accessibility Regulations2018 Knowledge of the Equality Act 2010. Experience of using the Office 365 suite of tools Experience of testing applications and websites with Assistive TechnologiesBehavioursWell assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: WorkingTogether Communicating and Influencing Benefits Learning and development tailored to your roleAn environment with flexible working optionsA culture encouraging inclusion and diversityA Civil Service pension Team members that are moving offices asa result of the Locations Programme will be entitled to a Moves Adjustment Payment for three years where they incur additional costs. This is calculated based on the difference between the costs of travelling to and from the new and old office, over a weeklyperiod. You will get more detail on this as part of targeted locations move communications. Find more about HMRC benefits in Your little extras booklet for further information or visit Thinking of joining the Civil Service Things you need to knowSecuritySuccessfulcandidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check.People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.Selection process detailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours andExperience.Applicants will be sifted on their CV and Statement of Suitability (500 words). The statement should say why you want this role, how you satisfy the essential criteria and why you are suitable for it (considering the job description, required skillsand experience). If you are successful at sift you will be invited to an interview. Interviews will focus on the candidates application and their knowledge and experience and two behaviours Working Together and Communicating and Influencing. Due to the Covid-19pandemic, interviews will be conducted using video call technology. Some travel with overnight stays will be a required. Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminateon the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments toparticipate in the job application or interview process. Please take extra care to tick the correct boxes in the eligibility sections of your application form. We understand mistakes sometimes happen but if you contact us later than two working days (Monday-Friday)before the vacancy closes, we will not be able to reopen your application for you. The inbox to contact is: .uk Use subject line to insert appropriate wording eg Please re-open my application - 192965 & vacancy closing date 04.04.2022. Security Update If youare successful and transferring from another Government Department, we will carry out a check of your identity, nationality, and immigration status (including the right to work in the UK) and a criminal record check before confirming your appointment. Successfulcandidates must pass a Disclosure and Barring Security Check. Please note that HMRC have an exemption under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which enables us to make enquiries about both unspent and spent convictions. In order to process applicationswithout delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, pleaseadvise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing .uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal FraudDatabase (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who