Digital Learning Lead at Coastland College

Dorset Council UK; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council UK is seeking a Digital Learning Lead to shape our approach to digital learning across the college. You will lead the strategy, promote best practice with Microsoft 365, Copilot and AI, and design engaging CPD to empower staff and students to use technology effectively.

Collaborating with curriculum, quality, IT & Digital teams, you will drive adoption, develop a network of Digital Champions, and continuously evaluate new technologies to enhance learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering training, coaching or CPD to staff.
• Up-to-date understanding of EdTech, AI and digital learning practice.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Copilot and virtual learning environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the college's digital learning strategy and roadmap.
• Champion best practice in the use of learning technologies, Microsoft 365 and AI.
• Design and deliver CPD programmes to build staff confidence and capability.
• Support curriculum teams to embed technology in teaching, learning and assessment.
• Establish consistent digital standards across curriculum areas.
• Develop and coordinate a network of Digital Champions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and pilot innovative approaches.
• Promote accessible, inclusive and student-centred digital learning experiences.
• Measure and report on the impact of digital initiatives.

Skills

CPD delivery

Training & coaching

Stakeholder engagement

Microsoft 365

Copilot

Virtual learning environments

Educational technology

AI in learning

Tools

Microsoft 365

Copilot

Virtual Learning Environments

Job description

Shape the Future of Digital Learning

Are you passionate about transforming teaching and learning through technology? Do you have the vision, credibility and drive to help educators embrace digital innovation and AI in meaningful ways?

We're looking for a Digital Learning Lead to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital learning across the college.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead our approach to digital learning, helping staff and students make the most of technology, AI, Microsoft 365 and learning platforms to enhance teaching, learning and assessment. Working closely with curriculum teams, quality colleagues and IT & Digital, you'll ensure technology is used purposefully, consistently and effectively to improve outcomes for learners.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development of the college's digital learning strategy and roadmap.
• Champion best practice in the use of learning technologies, Microsoft 365 and AI.
• Design and deliver engaging CPD programmes that build staff confidence and capability.
• Support curriculum teams to embed technology effectively into teaching, learning and assessment.
• Establish consistent digital standards and expectations across all curriculum areas.
• Develop and coordinate a network of Digital Champions across the college.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and pilot innovative approaches that improve learning and reduce workload.
• Promote accessible, inclusive and student-centred digital learning experiences.
• Measure and report on the impact of digital initiatives across the college.

About You

You will be an enthusiastic and credible educator with a strong understanding of digital learning and educational technology. You will have experience supporting colleagues, leading change and translating technical concepts into practical educational benefits.

You’ll Bring

• Experience of delivering training, coaching or CPD.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Copilot and virtual learning environments.
• Up-to-date understanding of EdTech, AI and digital learning practice.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A passion for improving teaching, learning and assessment through technology.
• The ability to inspire confidence, influence practice and drive adoption across diverse teams.