Custom WordPress Developer

Introducing Arise – we are an established and ambitious digital marketing agency based in Sheffield, UK. Our mission is to use digital to help others arise.

We are seeking a highly organised and attentive Word Press Developer to join our team. In this role, you’ll build custom Word Press sites for our diverse range of clients, bringing their visions to life through engaging and functional web design, as well as assisting with general work to assist the web team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects, enjoy a range of benefits, and be part of a supportive team committed to your professional growth and success.

What the role involves

In this role, you will:

Build custom Word Press sites based on client designs
Communicate progress to clients and incorporate feedback
Handle occasional maintenance requests and perform site updates
Ensure timely project completion with high standards
Collaborate with team members to deliver seamless projects
To ensure you feel supported and integrated into our team, we offer regular weekly meetings, catch-ups, and performance reviews, fostering an environment of open communication and continuous professional development.

The role is a permanent full time position (40 hours per week) and requires a minimum of 3 days per week from our office in central Sheffield (You need to be legally allowed to work in the UK.)

What skills you’ll need

To excel in this role, you will need:

Proficiency in building and customising Word Press websites
Basic knowledge of PHP for custom Word Press development

Experience with HTML, CSS, and Java Script
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Effective communication skills for client interactions
Familiarity with (or an openness to learn) our preferred development stack, which includes:

Word Press - the foundation of nearly all our projects
Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) via PHP - for creating flexible, tailored content structures
Twig templates (via Timber) - helping us keep our code clean, reusable, and easy to maintain
SCSS - making our front-end styles more organised and efficient

Who you need to be

We’re looking for someone who is:

Organised and detail-oriented
Excellent at managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
A proactive problem-solver who can troubleshoot effectively
Adaptable and flexible with changing priorities
Calm under pressure and focused on achieving goals
Keen on delivering high-quality work and continuous learning
The benefits

On-target earnings of £35,000 in the first year
Competitive base salary starting at £25,000 plus performance-based bonuses
Flexible working arrangements with a mix of office and remote work
Generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
Regular social events, team lunches, and weekly beers
Discounts at the Showroom Cafe Bar
Opportunities for career progression and active involvement in decision-making
Access to all necessary tech gear
Continuous personal growth and development opportunities
Become part of a friendly, tight-knit team
Inclusion in our workplace pension scheme
Supportive team culture with regular catch-ups and performance reviews
Ready to take your career to the next level with Arise?