Scrum Master - FTC - Nationwide

Scrum Master - FTC - Nationwide

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about the team

The Programme Office is a key part of the IT function. This is an exciting time to join a growing area of the Group.

More about your role

Reporting to the Agile Delivery Lead (Programme Manager), we are looking to recruit a Scrum Master on an initial 1 year fixed term contract.

You will be working with one or more cross-functional IT teams that deliver high value mergers and integrations initiatives for Places for People. This is a fast-paced, highly rewarding environment where collaboration is key to success and there is opportunity to influence and shape the adoption of Scrum practices and agile mindset.

As an Agile delivery specialist, you'll enable teams to deliver value effectively by facilitating Scrum ceremonies that are focused, efficient, and outcome driven. You'll remove delivery impediments, manage dependencies, and protect teams from unnecessary disruption, while coaching them to embed agile mindset and best practice.

Working closely with Product and Project Managers, you'll support backlog refinement and prioritisation, promote data driven delivery through meaningful metrics, and champion agile ways of working across Places for People to drive collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. We're also looking for you to have the experience or curiosity to utilise AI tools as part of your role.

At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory.

More about you

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working as a Scrum Master. Experience of working with AI tools and a data driven mindset are desired.

Experience as Scrum Master Knowledge and use of DevOps/ Agile/ Kanban delivery (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Monday.com, Asana). Experience working with cross-functional teams which comprise a variety of Business and IT roles. A track record of working within a Housing Association Ability to produce clear metrics and communicate progress to technical and non technical audiences.

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly Pension with matched contributions up to 7% Excellent holiday package - 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to 500 saving per year A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2% Training and development Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

Safeguarding

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.

We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.

By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities