Curriculum Designer

National Skills Agency; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Worcester is seeking a Curriculum Designer to create impactful learning programs for apprenticeships and commercial training. You will develop engaging curricula and collaborate across teams to enhance learner outcomes and ensure compliance with educational standards. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, a background in education, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This role offers a supportive environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Company events

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience in writing engaging curricula for apprenticeships and training programs.
• Comprehensive understanding of the further education and skills sector.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver training effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design curriculum modules for apprenticeships and commercial programs.
• Create engaging eLearning and in-person training content.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality learning materials.

Skills

Experience writing training/educational content

Knowledge of FE and Skills sector

Training delivery experience

Project management skills

Job description

Job Title: Curriculum Designer

Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Permanent: 6 month probation

Hybrid Working: 3 days office-based in Worcester

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking Curriculum Designer to shape the future of adult training. The role focuses on designing high-quality, engaging curriculum content with real-world impact. You will collaborate with Service Delivery, Marketing, Account Management, and Curriculum teams to develop apprenticeship and commercial learning programmes aligned with industry needs. You'll design dynamic curricula using innovative digital tools and immersive learning technologies, contributing to nationally used programmes that support learner progression and workforce development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop curriculum modules for apprenticeships and commercial programmes.
• Create engaging eLearning and face-to-face content that supports timely End-Point Assessment.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and internal teams to deliver high-quality workshops and learning materials.
• Research and develop industry-leading content using digital and immersive learning tools.
• Ensure compliance with ESFA and Ofsted requirements, including OTJH, Personal Development, and Behaviour standards.
• Produce programme documentation, guides, and learning resources for learners and employers.
• Work with awarding bodies, EPAOs, and external stakeholders as required.
• Maintain high standards, meeting deadlines and administrative requirements.

About You

• A proactive, enthusiastic self-starter with a passion for developing people.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and adaptable, with high personal standards.
• Target-driven, accountable, and comfortable working under pressure.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional improvement.

Experience & Skills

Essential:

• Experience writing training/educational content
• Knowledge of FE and Skills sector
• Training delivery experience
• Project management skills

Desirable:

• Teaching/coaching or Internal Verifier qualification
• Construction industry knowledge
• Experience with apprenticeships

Why Join Our Client

• Inclusive, supportive, and flexible working culture.
• Autonomy within your role and opportunities for internal progression.
• Commitment to high-quality learning that positively changes lives.
• Growing organisation focused on excellence in training and development.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Company events
• Hybrid working

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National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds