Web Developer

WordPress Developer / Web DesignerEducation Web Solutions (EWS) is looking for a WordPress Developer with a good eye for design to join our Adelaide team.We specialise in creating websites and digital solutions for schools across Australia. Our team works across website development, design, photography, video and digital content, helping schools create an online presence that genuinely reflects their community.
About the roleThis is a full-time hybrid role based in Adelaide, SA.You will primarily be building, updating and improving WordPress websites for schools.We are looking for someone who is technically confident in WordPress but also cares about how a website looks and feels.You do not need to be a qualified graphic designer.If you are a strong WordPress developer with an interest in design and are willing to learn, we would love to hear from you.
What you will be doingBuilding and developing WordPress websitesTurning approved website designs into responsive websitesCreating and improving page layoutsMaking sure websites look great across desktop, tablet and mobileWorking with our designers to bring concepts to lifeUpdating and maintaining existing school websitesTroubleshooting WordPress issuesWorking with CSS and HTML where requiredImproving website performance and usabilityAdding new functionality and integrationsWorking across multiple school website projectsHelping continuously improve the quality of the websites we produce
What we are looking forIdeally, you will have:Strong WordPress experienceGood knowledge of HTML and CSSExperience building responsive websitesA good understanding of spacing, typography, imagery and page layoutAn eye for detailThe ability to look at a website and recognise when something could be presented betterGood problem-solving skillsThe ability to manage multiple projects and tasksA willingness to learn and develop your design skillsGood communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
Experience with Divi is highly regarded, although we are happy to train the right person.Experience with UI/UX, graphic design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma or similar tools would also be a bonus, but is not essential.
The person we are looking forWe are probably not looking for a traditional back-end developer who simply wants to write code all day.
We are looking for someone who enjoys the visual side of web development as well.
You might already have a strong eye for design, or you might be a developer who wants the opportunity to develop those skills further.
More than anything, we want someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys creating websites that are clean, modern, easy to use and visually engaging.
About EWSEducation Web Solutions works exclusively within the education sector.
We work with hundreds of schools across Australia, from small primary schools and kindergartens through to large secondary colleges and independent schools.
You will be joining a growing team of developers, designers, photographers, videographers and digital specialists who genuinely enjoy creating great work for schools.