Digital Learning Designer: £27,000 - £32,000 per annum
We are Mantra Learning, the UK’s leading Logistics learning and development organisation. Mantra has supported the skills needs of the logistics sector for over 54 years and is an Ofsted rated grade 2 independent training provider. The Manchester site is well established as the largest specialist logistics training facility in the UK.
Our organisation provides training for people at all levels, from supporting individuals to gain work to developing senior managers, mainly through our two key brands of The Job Gym and The National Logistics Academy and utilising several different types of government funding that we have successfully secured. We also strive to improve learners’ life prospects by offering programmes such as mental health and wellbeing, digital skills, English and Maths, thousands of learners each year to gain new skills by providing progression opportunities.
As a training provider, we are committed to building and maintaining a safe environment which safeguards and promotes the welfare of our learners and staff.
We work with some of the biggest brands in the country, including Aldi, Wincanton and AO, delivering approximately 400 Apprenticeships, over 2500 Large Goods Vehicle licences and 1,100 Forklift Truck licences each year. The organisation is dedicated to deliver interventions that develop the ‘Skills, Knowledge and Behaviors to enable learners to thrive in life and work’.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Learning Designer to join our team based in Middleton, Greater Manchester. The role is primarily a remote role. However, you will be expected to occasionally come onsite.
The Role
The Digital Learning Designer will provide specialised expertise and support in the design and development of digital learning experiences. This will be achieved by creating engaging, interactive, and effective e-learning content.
Key areas of focus
- Multimedia Development: Utilising a range of tools and software to create interactive and visually appealing content, including graphics, animations, videos, simulations, and interactive assessments.
- Technology Integration: Leveraging learning management systems, authoring tools, and other software to develop and deliver e-learning content. Keeping up to date with the latest technological advancements in the e-learning industry to incorporate innovative features and functionalities into the learning experiences created.
- User Experience Design: Prioritising user experience to create intuitive and user-friendly e-learning interfaces. Designing navigation systems, user interfaces, and interactive elements to ensure seamless and engaging learner interactions. Conducting user testing and feedback gathering to continuously improve the user experience and enhance learner engagement.
Skills/Knowledge/Behaviours/Qualifications/Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency in instructional design principles and e-learning content development tools.
- Strong knowledge of blended learning best practices.
- Experience with learning management systems and virtual learning environments.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Experience in developing online learning resources, including interactive software, video, multimedia.
- Experience/ability in researching and introducing innovative digital tools to embed in learning.
- Exceptional IT developer skills.
- Very high attention to detail and high standard of accuracy.
- Project management experience (desirable).
The package
- This position is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours a week based at our Middleton facility.
- £27,000 to £32,000 per annum dependant on experience and qualifications.
- 22 days holidays plus bank holidays
- Free parking
- Pension scheme
- Subsidised team social events
- Continuous training and development
- Bi-annual talent assessment
This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. We also prioritise the safeguarding and welfare of all staff.
The successful applicant will be required to agree to all necessary checks such as providing sufficient employment references and providing proof of the right to work in the UK. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be carried out for all successful applicants.
