Learning Developer x2

University of Plymouth; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Plymouth seeks a Learning Developer to support student success through the design and delivery of academic study skills training. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of educational pedagogy, excellent communication skills, and a flexible approach. The role includes both full-time and part-time options and offers generous leave and benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Development opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Flexible working

Retailer discounts

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of pedagogy in higher education.
• Student-focused approach to service design and delivery.
• Excellent communication skills across diverse contexts.
• Flexible, responsive mindset and positive attitude in change.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support.
• Contribute to creating self-led online learning materials.
• Gather feedback and data for continuous improvement.

Job description

Overview

Be part of something new. Join the newly formed Library & Learning Services team at the University of Plymouth and help shape a forward-thinking, inclusive environment that supports student success.

About the role

As a Learning Developer, you will work within a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping students develop the skills they need to thrive during their studies and beyond. You’ll design and deliver engaging academic study skills training, both in-person and online, through timetabled sessions and our wider skills development programme.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support
• Contribute to the creation of self-led online learning materials; topics include academic writing, critical thinking, group work, exam preparation, organisation, and note-taking essential skills for university life and future careers
• Gather feedback and data from your activities to support a culture of continuous improvement across the service

Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.

Informal discussion

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Chris Johns: by email at [e-mail]

Information

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring both experience and enthusiasm to the role. We’re keen to hear about your own journey in skills development—ideally within a higher education setting—and how you’ll inspire students in a positive, inclusive, and engaging way.

Qualifications & attributes

• A strong understanding of pedagogy in higher education
• A student-focused approach to service design and delivery
• Excellent communication skills across diverse contexts and audiences
• A flexible, responsive mindset and a positive attitude in a changing environment

About us

Our newly formed team brings together expertise in academic, information literacy, language, and digital skills. With a shared vision to create a comprehensive and inclusive skills development environment, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new service, team and culture.

Please indicate in your application which position you are interested in.

Position 1: This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.

Position 2: This is a part-time position working 18.5 hours per week on a permanent basis.

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 20 October 2025

Our Offer

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

When joining us, you will receive:

• Generous annual leave: 25 days annual leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery

*Pro rata if part-time

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

Additional Information

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.