Assistive and Learning Technologist

Blackburn College; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme with a 7

Job summary

Blackburn College is seeking an enthusiastic Assistive and Learning Technologist to promote digital inclusion and enhance student learning by using assistive technologies and digital tools across the curriculum.

You will train staff, support students with additional learning needs to access learning via technology, and help embed accessible practices while exploring AI, VR and immersive learning to raise engagement and achievement.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting learners and colleagues within a technology-focused environment.
• Strong understanding of assistive technologies and how they improve accessibility and participation in education.
• Experience producing guidance materials, learning resources or digital content to support technology adoption and engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for staff, students and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice, training and guidance on the effective use of assistive technologies and digital learning tools.
• Support students with additional learning needs to access learning through technology-based solutions.
• Help staff embed accessible and inclusive practices within their teaching.
• Contribute to the development of digital skills and the adoption of emerging technologies including AI, VR and immersive learning.

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Assistive and Learning Technologist to join our team and play a key role in promoting digital inclusion and enhancing the student learning experience across the College. This is an exciting opportunity to support students and staff in making the most of technology to improve accessibility, engagement and achievement. Working collaboratively across curriculum and support areas, you will provide specialist advice, training and guidance on the effective use of assistive technologies and digital learning tools. You will support students with additional learning needs to access learning through technology-based solutions, whilst helping staff to embed accessible and inclusive practices within their teaching. The role will also contribute to the development of digital skills and the adoption of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR) and immersive learning environments, ensuring that technology is used creatively and effectively to enhance teaching and learning across the College. What are we looking for? You will be suitably qualified and have experience of supporting learners and colleagues within a technology-focused environment. You will have a strong understanding of assistive technologies and how they can be used to improve accessibility and participation in education, together with experience of supporting a range of digital learning systems and technologies. The successful candidate will be confident in delivering training and guidance to both staff and students, helping users develop their skills and confidence with specialist software and digital tools. You will have experience of producing guidance materials, learning resources or digital content to support technology adoption and engagement. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, enabling you to build positive and productive relationships with students, staff and external stakeholders. You will be able to communicate technical information in a clear and accessible way to a range of audiences and will have a customer-focused approach, with a commitment to providing a high-quality service that supports student success and inclusivity.

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals