Instructional Designer (Learning and Assessment Solutions)

Job Description

Overview:

Contract: Permanent

Location: Home based - This role requires a minimum of two days per month on-site at our Head Office in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Hours per week: 37

Salary: Up to £42,000 depending on experience

About the role

We're excited to be looking for an Instructional Designer (Learning and Assessment Solutions) to join our Diversification team.

We're a small, supportive team focused on digital learning and assessment. We care about creating high‑quality learning experiences, helping each other succeed, and building solutions that genuinely work for learners.

In this role, you'll contribute to a diverse range of learning and assessment projects. You'll collaborate closely with subject matter experts and technical colleagues to turn ideas and expertise into learning experiences that are clear, meaningful, and enjoyable to use. You'll also have the opportunity to shape how learning is designed and delivered, experimenting with new approaches and driving ongoing improvements in our work.

How you'll make an impact:

• Designing digital and blended learning and assessment content that is clear, engaging and learner friendly
• Working with subject matter experts to break down complex topics and turn them into great learning
• Creating effective learning journeys that apply robust instructional design and learning principles
• Working closely with tech colleagues to make ensure learning designs work effectively on our platforms
• Analysing feedback and results to drive continuous improvements in learning.

We'd love to hear from you if you offer the following:

• Proven experience in designing digital or blended learning and assessment solutions
• Strong understanding of instructional design methodologi…