£37,756 to £40,920 per annum (for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £51,878 per annum).
Hybrid
This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location with the opportunity to work remotely available in line with our Adaptive Working Framework.
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
The Digital Learning and Online Content (DLOC) team is part of the Provost Learning and Teaching Department and has responsibility for delivering excellence in Digital and Online Learning at the University. The Online Learning development area consists of Learning Design and Online Content Production teams that work in partnership with Academic authors to deliver high-quality and inclusive Online Learning provision.
The DLOC team has recently been named as a winner of a 2024 Catalyst Award for Diversity, Equality, Inclusion & Belonging. The award recognises the notable work of the University in fostering a digitally accessible environment.
As a Learning Designer you will have creative flare and a passion for devising excellent online learning provision to engage learners. You will work in partnership with academic teams to guide and advise them and contribute to the ongoing evolution of our offering. Flexibility, customer focus and commitment to making a difference for our students will be essential.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
You will have experience of applying co-creation practice in the development of instructional resources and learning experiences with (academic) subject matter experts and experience of working in a formal education, adult education and / or digital educational publishing setting.
Additionally, we value resilience, flexibility, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment. Your motivation, patience, and ability to remain calm under pressure will ensure you excel in this role.
Responsibilities
To advise academic colleagues across the Colleges, developing relationships with key personnel, to contribute to the development of sector leading, quality learning content. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to propose, formulate or investigate innovative solutions to the needs of academic colleagues based on knowledge and experience of technology enhanced pedagogies. To understand and interpret excellence in learning; to design, plan, experiment, test and innovate using technology, underpinned by sound learning design principles. To work with Content Team colleagues to translate the agreed requirements of academics and other colleagues into technical requirements that lead to the development of new methods, products or tools which meet the needs of online students. Apply design principles and best practice in the production and development of scripts and storyboards for interactions, animations and other types of rich multimedia assets. To have current knowledge of virtual learning environments and learning management systems. To liaise with subject experts in relation to the development of content, products or technologies so as to ensure they reflect industry requirements as well as academic/student needs. To liaise closely with academic colleagues who have an innovative project development requirement in order that their needs can be fully understood, documented and agreed. To write and develop instructional content and supporting material for new products and technologies developed across the department. Contribute to the ongoing management and development of the online learning platform from a creative perspective. Provide basic training on instructional design principles and relevant tools used for developing online learning to develop others’ understanding and skills. To maintain a strong working knowledge of usability and accessibility within learning content and other areas. To manage development activities in accordance with identified parameters (timescales, costs, quality tolerance, etc). To participate in awareness raising activities to develop the reputation of the department as a leading provider of online / technology-based learning. To implement industry wide regulations and standards in relation to developments. To collaborate with team members and others in the University to ensure that online learning is delivered to the highest standards. Minimum Qualifications
Educated to undergraduate degree level or equivalent qualification or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field. Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) or working towards. Experience
Experience of working in a formal education, adult education and / or digital educational online learning setting. Successful teaching and / or tutorial experience in an online environment. Previous experience in the development and delivery of online materials. Experience of applying a co-creation practice for developing instructional resources and learning experiences with (academic) subject matter experts. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of HE structures and systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to take a pro-active approach to student engagement through the provision of effective learning content. Proven affinity with, and passion for, online learning and the online environment. Organisational skills; planning and resource management; report writing, & quality enhancement. A commitment to Digital Learning and Online delivery. Willingness to challenge the status quo in the pursuit of innovation. Ability to both lead and work as part of a team. Ability to manage workflow effectively. Ability to work independently and flexibility. Positive attitude and highly motivated. Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata). Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers. Discounted onsite gym. Discounted access to Devonshire Spa. Holiday purchase. Cycle to Work scheme. A flexible working environment. A commitment to personal and professional development. Application Process
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Gary Fisher, Learning Design and Online Practice Manager via g.fisher@derby.ac.uk. For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk. The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. The University of Derby is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, regardless of age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation. We are Disability Confident Employers, demonstrating our commitment to disability inclusion, and invite applicants to highlight adjustments they may require to ensure equitable participation in our recruitment processes. When applying to join the University, you can choose your preferred title, including the gender-neutral title 'Mx'. We also ask our candidates if they would like to share their preferred pronouns. This is voluntary but demonstrates our commitment to inclusivity for trans and non-binary candidates. Once employed, you can add pronouns and preferred names onto our system. The University of Derby undertakes anonymised shortlisting during the staff recruitment process. This means that, when shortlisting, panel members will not be able to see an applicant’s name and will see an applicant number instead. This demonstrates the practical steps we are taking to remove barriers to recruitment by minimising the possible impact of our unconscious bias. However you identify, we actively celebrate the knowledge, experience and talents each person brings. Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds; therefore we are particularly interested to hear from applicants who will help our leaders and teams be more reflective of our student population. For more information on equity, diversity and inclusion at the University of Derby, please visit our website. At the University of Derby, we are passionate about embedding sustainability into everything that we do. We aim to bring environmental sustainability into all aspects of the University, including teaching, research and operational activities. In line with the University's strategic framework, we expect all our staff to embed sustainability into their working practices and support the University's objective to reach net zero carbon by 2040. Be part of something extraordinary, apply now. How to Apply
You can apply by submitting an online application. Once you have signed in or registered with us you will be able to begin your application. If you are creating an account for the first time, please ensure you provide an email address that you access regularly as this will be our main means of contacting you regarding your application. If you require any assistance, including the provision of any documentation in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@derby.ac.uk. Please note all applications must be submitted online by Midnight GMT on the closing date of the vacancy. The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.
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To advise academic colleagues across the Colleges, developing relationships with key personnel, to contribute to the development of sector leading, quality learning content. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to propose, formulate or investigate innovative solutions to the needs of academic colleagues based on knowledge and experience of technology enhanced pedagogies. To understand and interpret excellence in learning; to design, plan, experiment, test and innovate using technology, underpinned by sound learning design principles. To work with Content Team colleagues to translate the agreed requirements of academics and other colleagues into technical requirements that lead to the development of new methods, products or tools which meet the needs of online students. Apply design principles and best practice in the production and development of scripts and storyboards for interactions, animations and other types of rich multimedia assets. To have current knowledge of virtual learning environments and learning management systems. To liaise with subject experts in relation to the development of content, products or technologies so as to ensure they reflect industry requirements as well as academic/student needs. To liaise closely with academic colleagues who have an innovative project development requirement in order that their needs can be fully understood, documented and agreed. To write and develop instructional content and supporting material for new products and technologies developed across the department. Contribute to the ongoing management and development of the online learning platform from a creative perspective. Provide basic training on instructional design principles and relevant tools used for developing online learning to develop others’ understanding and skills. To maintain a strong working knowledge of usability and accessibility within learning content and other areas. To manage development activities in accordance with identified parameters (timescales, costs, quality tolerance, etc). To participate in awareness raising activities to develop the reputation of the department as a leading provider of online / technology-based learning. To implement industry wide regulations and standards in relation to developments. To collaborate with team members and others in the University to ensure that online learning is delivered to the highest standards. Minimum Qualifications
Educated to undergraduate degree level or equivalent qualification or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field. Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) or working towards. Experience
Experience of working in a formal education, adult education and / or digital educational online learning setting. Successful teaching and / or tutorial experience in an online environment. Previous experience in the development and delivery of online materials. Experience of applying a co-creation practice for developing instructional resources and learning experiences with (academic) subject matter experts. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of HE structures and systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to take a pro-active approach to student engagement through the provision of effective learning content. Proven affinity with, and passion for, online learning and the online environment. Organisational skills; planning and resource management; report writing, & quality enhancement. A commitment to Digital Learning and Online delivery. Willingness to challenge the status quo in the pursuit of innovation. Ability to both lead and work as part of a team. Ability to manage workflow effectively. Ability to work independently and flexibility. Positive attitude and highly motivated. Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata). Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers. Discounted onsite gym. Discounted access to Devonshire Spa. Holiday purchase. Cycle to Work scheme. A flexible working environment. A commitment to personal and professional development. Application Process
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Gary Fisher, Learning Design and Online Practice Manager via g.fisher@derby.ac.uk. For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk. The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. The University of Derby is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, regardless of age, disability, trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation. We are Disability Confident Employers, demonstrating our commitment to disability inclusion, and invite applicants to highlight adjustments they may require to ensure equitable participation in our recruitment processes. When applying to join the University, you can choose your preferred title, including the gender-neutral title 'Mx'. We also ask our candidates if they would like to share their preferred pronouns. This is voluntary but demonstrates our commitment to inclusivity for trans and non-binary candidates. Once employed, you can add pronouns and preferred names onto our system. The University of Derby undertakes anonymised shortlisting during the staff recruitment process. This means that, when shortlisting, panel members will not be able to see an applicant’s name and will see an applicant number instead. This demonstrates the practical steps we are taking to remove barriers to recruitment by minimising the possible impact of our unconscious bias. However you identify, we actively celebrate the knowledge, experience and talents each person brings. Our students come from a wide range of backgrounds; therefore we are particularly interested to hear from applicants who will help our leaders and teams be more reflective of our student population. For more information on equity, diversity and inclusion at the University of Derby, please visit our website. At the University of Derby, we are passionate about embedding sustainability into everything that we do. We aim to bring environmental sustainability into all aspects of the University, including teaching, research and operational activities. In line with the University's strategic framework, we expect all our staff to embed sustainability into their working practices and support the University's objective to reach net zero carbon by 2040. Be part of something extraordinary, apply now. How to Apply
You can apply by submitting an online application. Once you have signed in or registered with us you will be able to begin your application. If you are creating an account for the first time, please ensure you provide an email address that you access regularly as this will be our main means of contacting you regarding your application. If you require any assistance, including the provision of any documentation in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@derby.ac.uk. Please note all applications must be submitted online by Midnight GMT on the closing date of the vacancy. The University of Derby is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our staff, students and children. At the University of Derby, safeguarding is everybody's concern. Please find our Safeguarding pages including our Safeguarding Policy here.
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