Learning Designer

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

28d ago

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Education & Teaching
Manchester
Remote

AI generated summary

You need experience in online learning design, project management, VLE administration, content development, assessment creation, data management, and a calm approach to problem-solving.
You will design engaging learning content, manage course development timelines, maintain the VLE, support assessments, collaborate with SMEs, and ensure compliance with data laws while promoting improvement.

Requirements

Experience in online learning design and implementation
Proven ability to design and develop appropriate learning activities, using innovative solutions to create engaging and highly bespoke learning experiences
Experience working closely with subject matter experts, guiding development of their content to ensure that it is educationally sound and meets objectives underpinned by a sound evidence base
Ability to support in developing appropriate assessment opportunities that allow learners to test their understanding, providing appropriate and meaningful feedback
Experience in managing individual projects from inception to delivery, with support from an Education Developer
Ability to utilise and further develop materials to assist in project planning and learning development, e.g. creative brief and storyboard documents
Engagement in a robust internal review system which supports continued improvement
Experience in managing, administrating and maintaining a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
Knowledge of legal and technical upkeep as well as maintenance of online courses and course areas
Ability to contribute to the administration of assessment processes with the VLE, ensuring appropriate feedback and reporting processes
Experience implementing upgrades to system(s), ensuring compliance with all security and data management issues
Ability to provide first line technical support and maintenance for the VLE, including systems administration, support for enrolments, tracking and assessment and site/course configuration
Experience in designing, editing and maintaining content on the VLE ensuring that high standards are met and sustained at all times
Ability to manage access rights to the VLE for users to ensure a high-quality experience and effective reporting in relation to assessment and tracking
Ability to maintain compliance with copyright and data laws with respect to all created materials
Experience contributing to the review of content in conjunction with senior team members, stakeholders and subject matter experts
Ability to report on a range of KPIs as requested
Experience maintaining robust data collection, management and reporting mechanisms, in accordance with GDPR
Up to date with relevant professional and technical developments
Ability to deal with difficult situations in a calm and pleasant manner, taking responsibility to find solutions to complex problems
Demonstrated Christie Principles and Behaviours at all times, in line with the Trust Code of Conduct
Willingness to undertake other relevant duties as directed by the Education Developer and/or Programme Manager

Responsibilities

Collaborate with our Education Developer and subject matter experts to design engaging, interactive learning content.
Research and integrate innovative educational design into course content.
Liaise with internal teams to manage course development timelines.
Support the review and continuous improvement of our educational offerings.
Alongside peers, manage, administrate, and maintain the LearnDash Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). This will include the legal and technical upkeep as well as the upkeep of online courses and course areas to support the PET-CT Academy’s educational offerings.
To design and develop appropriate learning activities, using innovative solutions to create engaging and highly bespoke learning experiences.
With support from the Education Developer, work closely with SMEs, guiding development of their content to ensure that it is educationally sound as well as meeting objectives that are underpinned by a sound evidence base.
Support in developing appropriate assessment opportunities that allow learners to test their understanding, and that provide appropriate and meaningful feedback.
To support on a range of projects and manage individual project from inception to delivery, with the support of the Education Developer.
To utilise and further develop materials to assist the team in project planning and learning development, e.g. creative brief and storyboard documents.
To engage in a robust internal review system which supports continued improvement.
Alongside peers, manage, administrate and maintain the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). This will include the legal and technical upkeep as well as the upkeep of online courses and course areas to support the PET-CT Academy’s educational offerings.
To contribute to the administration of assessment processes with the VLE, ensuring appropriate feedback and reporting processes.
To implement all upgrades to system(s), ensuring compliance with all security and data management issues.
To provide first line technical support and maintenance for the VLE, including the provision of systems administration, support for enrolments, tracking and assessment and site/course configuration.
To design, edit and maintain the content on the VLE ensuring that high standards are met, and sustained at all times.
To manage access rights to the VLE for all users to ensure a high-quality experience, and effective reporting in relation to assessment and tracking.
To maintain compliance with copyright and data laws with respect to all created materials.
In conjunction with senior team members, stakeholders and subject matter experts, contribute to the review of content so that it responds to any changes in practice.
To report on a range of KPIs as requested.
To maintain robust data collection, management and reporting mechanisms, in accordance with GDPR.
To keep up to date with relevant professional and technical developments.
Deal with difficult situations in a calm and pleasant manner, taking responsibility to find solutions to complex problems.
Demonstrate the Christie Principles and Behaviours at all times, in line with the Trust Code of Conduct.
Undertake other relevant duties as directed by the Education Developer and/or Programme Manager.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Learning Designer position?

The position is initially a fixed term post for 12 months.

Will I be working with a team?

Yes, you will work closely with the Education Developer and collaborate with subject matter experts as part of the wider Christie Institute for Cancer Education Manchester team.

What type of learning experiences will I be designing?

You will focus on creating engaging, interactive online learning experiences as well as contribute to face-to-face and blended learning formats.

Is technical proficiency required for this role?

Yes, technical proficiency is a must, along with creativity and adaptability in learning design.

What platforms will I be managing as part of this position?

You will manage, administrate, and maintain the LearnDash Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), ensuring its legal and technical upkeep.

Will I be responsible for assessment processes?

Yes, you will contribute to the administration of assessment processes within the VLE and support in developing appropriate assessment opportunities for learners.

Are there opportunities for continuous improvement in this role?

Yes, you will support the review and continuous improvement of educational offerings as part of a robust internal review system.

What kind of projects will I be involved with?

You will support a range of projects and manage individual projects from inception to delivery with the support of the Education Developer.

Is there a focus on compliance and governance in this role?

Yes, maintaining compliance with copyright and data laws, as well as reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs), is part of the responsibilities.

How will I stay updated on industry developments?

You are expected to keep up to date with relevant professional and technical developments as part of your duties.

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating more than 44,000 patients a year.

Science & Healthcare

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1932

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, based in Manchester, specializes in cancer care and provides a range of services including treatment, research, and support for cancer patients. Their mission is to deliver world-class, patient-centered care and to lead in cancer research and innovation. The Trust aims to improve cancer outcomes and quality of life through cutting-edge treatments, comprehensive care, and a commitment to advancing cancer research.