QA Tester

What we’re looking for:

Essential:

• Experience in software testing, preferably within public sector or learning technology programmes.
• Familiarity with LMS platforms, content validation, and accessibility standards.
• Understanding of data integration testing, including APIs and reporting tools.

Desirable

• ISTQB Foundation Level certification or equivalent.
• Knowledge of enterprise learning platform implementations

In addition, you will also have:  

• Strong attention to detail and ability to design and follow structured test plans and scripts.
• Ability work in an analytical, disciplined and systematic approach with limited assistance

What you’ll be doing:

The Primary objective of software tester role is to validate whether the System Under Test works as specified by the users and other stakeholders. They are also responsible for designing test cases, test scripts and test data. They execute and record the outcome of manual and automated testing. And log the defects as applicable. With very limited assistance they can work in analytical, disciplined and systematic approach and they can take ownership on small pieces of work.

• Designing test cases based on the test basis (e.g. user stories)
• Designing and documenting test cases, scripts and test data
• Executing and recording manual and automated testing in accordance with test plans
• Logging accurate and complete defects
• Escalating issues and blockers to Senior Software Tester/Team Lead
• Applying agreed standards and tools to achieve a well-engineered result
• Gaining knowledge and experience through on job training
   

Join Capita – Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Capita is a dynamic leader in consulting and digital services, helping some of the UK’s most recognized organizations transform and thrive. We use cutting-edge technology and fearless innovation to create smarter, more efficient solutions that make a real difference.     Our work spans diverse sectors—government, healthcare, education, and finance—offering you the chance to contribute to projects that impact millions of lives. At Capita, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values creativity, growth, and inclusion.

We’re committed to your development and success, providing opportunities to learn, progress, and shape better outcomes for customers and communities. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career, Capita is the place for you.     Check out our website www.capita.com

What’s in it for you?

• 💻 Remote working with occasional travel – work from wherever you’re happiest in the UK
• 💰 Competitive salary
• 🌴 23 days’ holiday, rising to 27 (pro rata) – plus the option to buy more after qualifying period
• ❤️ Paid volunteering day with a charity of your choice
• 🍼 Generous family leave policies – including 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• 🚴‍♀️ Cycle2Work scheme, pension, life assurance, and more

🤝 Customer first, always​🧑‍💻 Fearless innovation​✅ Achieve together​💙 Everyone is valued

What we hope you’ll do next:

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. As part of our strategic goals, we are focused on accelerating gender and ethnic representation in leadership roles. We warmly encourage applications from women and individuals from Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’re an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you’d like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com and we’ll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website.