Digital Learning Technologist

Oaklands College; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a Learning Technologist to enhance digital learning environments. Responsibilities include supporting the implementation of virtual learning tools, training staff, and collaborating with teams to develop innovative resources. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Educational Technology and possess experience with platforms like Moodle or Blackboard. Join a vibrant team dedicated to creativity and learner-centred teaching, with generous benefits such as a 30-day holiday allowance, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance – 30 days plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Fully funded teacher training

Ongoing CPD

Free onsite permit parking

Onsite gym and wellness treatments

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye care vouchers

Mental health support

Annual awards celebrating achievements

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting digital learning environments such as Moodle, Blackboard, or Canvas.
• Strong understanding of instructional design and technology integration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of virtual learning environments.
• Provide training on digital learning tools.
• Collaborate with teams to develop learning resources.

Skills

Experience in supporting digital learning environments

Strong understanding of instructional design

Excellent communication skills

Ability to deliver training sessions

Knowledge of accessibility standards

Education

Degree in Educational Technology or related field

Relevant professional certifications

Job description

Your Day to Day Impact

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the institution’s virtual learning environments (VLEs).
• Provide training and support to staff on the use of digital learning tools and platforms.
• Collaborate with academic teams to design and develop technology-enhanced learning resources.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to improve teaching and learning practices.
• Ensure accessibility and inclusivity in all digital learning materials.
• Monitor usage and effectiveness of digital tools and provide reports and insights.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to learning technologies and liaise with IT and MIS teams as required.
• Contribute to the development of policies and best practices for digital learning.

Is This You?

• Experience in supporting digital learning environments such as Moodle, Blackboard, or Canvas.
• Strong understanding of instructional design and technology integration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver training sessions and workshops.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design.

Desirable

• Experience with multimedia content creation tools.
• Familiarity with learning analytics and data reporting.
• Project management experience in educational technology initiatives.

Qualifications

• A degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certifications in digital learning or technology integration (e.g., CMALT).

The Learning Technologist will be expected to stay current with developments in educational technology and contribute to a culture of innovation. Occasional travel between campuses may be required.

This role may require occasional out-of-hours work to support learning technology events.

Your Future Starts at Oaklands

At Oaklands College, we value our staff and are committed to your wellbeing and development. When you join us, you become part of a vibrant and forward‑thinking team that supports innovation, creativity, and learner‑centred teaching.

Here’s what you can look forward to :

• Generous holiday allowance – 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions.
• Fully funded teacher training (if required) and structured induction.
• Ongoing CPD and free access to Adult Community Learning courses.
• Free onsite permit parking.
• Onsite gym at St Albans campus and wellness treatments at discounted rates.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted travel through UNO Bus Scheme.
• Eye care vouchers and employee assistance programme.
• Mental health and wellbeing support, including peer supporters.
• Staff development days and annual awards celebrating your achievements.

Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and stakeholders to share this commitment.

We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early if we receive high interest. Don’t miss your opportunity to join a college that’s shaping futures and transforming lives.