IT Application Testing Administrator

Job summary

The Test Administrator will work as part of the IT Applications Team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, with a focus on testing both existing and newly implemented or upgraded IT systems and interfaces. The role includes creating and executing application test scripts, ensuring the smooth operation of NHS systems, and providing support to users across the Trust.

A key aspect of the role is identifying, documenting, and escalating system failures, defects, and interface issues, while working proactively with technical teams to ensure these are monitored and resolved in full.

You will need to be highly organised, motivated, and able to manage your workload independently. Strong communication skills are essential, along with practical experience in testing NHS applications and interfaces--particularly those involving HL7. Manual testing experience is required, as well as the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

This is a multi-site role, requiring travel between Bedford Borough Hall, Luton, and Bedford, with the possibility of additional locations. Although standard office hours apply, the role also requires flexibility, including the ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends when needed.

Hybrid Working This role offers flexibility, with two days based in our Bedford office and three days working from home.

Interview Process Interviews will be conducted in person at our Bedford offices.

Main duties of the job

The Testing Administrator supports the Applications Team in delivering reliable and effective application services across the Trust. The role is responsible for testing new, upgraded, and existing applications to ensure they meet agreed specifications and do not disrupt clinical or operational workflows.

Key duties include testing interfaces between clinical systems to maintain interoperability and data integrity, and carrying out regression testing to confirm defects have been resolved and system changes are functioning as expected. The post holder will identify, log, prioritise, and track defects throughout the testing lifecycle, escalating recurring or complex issues to ensure long-term solutions.

The role also involves researching, designing, and developing bespoke test scripts for new applications and upgrades, while ensuring all testing documentation is accurate, up to date, and version-controlled. The Testing Administrator will liaise with third-party suppliers and internal technical teams, managing support calls through to resolution in line with agreed processes.

Additionally, the post holder will support junior team members and assist with application implementation and ongoing support, using strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills to help maintain high system availability and a positive user experience.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.