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Hi, I’m Ryan Simms, a multi-skilled web developer with over seven years of development experience, including more than two and a half years in commercial environments. I’m comfortable working with both custom codebases and WordPress ecosystems, delivering responsive, performant websites that meet technical and business objectives. My portfolio features projects coded from scratch as well as WordPress builds with bespoke themes, blocks and plugins.
I’m an independent developer who creates apps and sites used by real users (over 250). I’m proactive, client-focused and detail-oriented, with a passion for clean code, user experience, and scalable solutions.
Skills
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Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language
German
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Developer at FCSA
September 1, 2025 - PresentLeading redevelopment of the main website using WordPress and Elementor, extending functionality with bespoke PHP, JavaScript, and CSS solutions; developing in-house assessment portal; exploring AI tooling and automation; supporting Cyber Essentials security posture.
Web Developer at Nettl of Stockport
January 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025Full-cycle WordPress development for client websites, custom plugins and Gutenberg blocks using React, front-end and back-end development, performance optimization and on-page SEO.
Founder & Owner at Little Petals Childcare
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Planned and operated a childcare business, responsible for service delivery, parent communications and daily operations.
Early Years Teacher at Little Giggles Edgley
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Delivered early years education, developing children's learning through play and structured activities.
Supply Practitioner / Early Years Practitioner / Early Years Teacher at Kids Planet Davenport
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022Supported early development through child-led learning and curriculum-aligned teaching.
Supply Practitioner at Cheadle Royal Day Nursery
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018Engaged with children across multiple rooms, supported staff and learning plans.
Brand Manager at Camp America
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018Promoted the programme in the UK, attending events and sharing personal experiences.
Counsellor at TIC Summer Camp
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018Led workshops in programming and technology while supporting a variety of summer camp activities.
Team Member at Co-operative Food
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Provided customer service, handled stock, cashing-up and shop floor duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Games Technology at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in ICT at Stockport College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016IGCSEs (Mathematics, English, Spanish, German, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, ICT) at Stockport Grammar School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013Qualifications
St John’s Ambulance Student First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026Paediatric First Aid
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026Helen O’Grady Drama School Award(s)
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026Runner-Up in Young Apprentice Stockport
January 1, 2014 - June 3, 2026Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail
Skills
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