Learning Experience Designer

Exeter Science Park Limited; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Exeter is seeking a part-time Learning Experience Designer to join the Learning Design Team in LXI. You will design and develop engaging learning content across online and blended formats, with a focus on transnational education programmes, working with stakeholders across the university.

The role offers hybrid on-campus and remote work, with a 12-month fixed-term contract and a start date around 01/02/27.

Qualifications

• Significant experience designing and developing learning experiences.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical principles underpinning effective learning design.
• Familiarity with digital learning technologies in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality, engaging, inclusive learning experiences.
• Collaborate with academic colleagues to support design and development of courses and programmes.
• Engage with stakeholders across the university to support transnational education (TNE) programmes.
• Apply best practices for online and blended learning.

Skills

Learning design

Pedagogical principles

Digital learning tech

GenAI tools familiarity

Tools

GenAI tools

Job description

About The Role

Learning Experience Designer

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

This part-time (0.5 FTE) post is available on a fixed-term basis for 12 months, with a preferred start date of 01/02/27, or as soon as possible thereafter. Applications for secondments will be considered subject to agreement from your current line manager.

Salary will be £34,630 per annum pro rata on Grade E subject to knowledge, skills and experience.

This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working - some time on campus and some from home.

We welcome applications for candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Learning Designer to join our Learning DesignTeam in LXI. As a Learning Designer, you will contribute to the continued enhancement of education at the University of Exeter.

This post is an exciting opportunity to support the University in the development of programmes and courses. You will interface with a range of stakeholders across the institution to develop engaging learning content, with a focus on our transnational education programmes.

You will have significant experience of designing and developing learning experiences, preferably within higher education, and a sound understanding of the pedagogical principles underpinning effective learning design, including online and blended learning. You will work collaboratively with academic colleagues to support the design and development of high-quality, engaging, inclusive and accessible learning experiences, with a particular focus on transnational education (TNE) programmes. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a strong understanding of digital learning technologies and their application in higher education are essential. Familiarity with the effective and responsible use of generative AI (GenAI) tools in higher education would also be beneficial.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

Further information

Please contact Steph Comley, [e-mail]

About The Division

Education and Academic Services

In collaboration with the academic Faculties, the Education and Academic Services (EAS) Directorate provides all of the key administration and education support and enhancing activities that underpin the student experience from Welcome Week to Graduation. Service divisions within EAS include Education and Student Support, Learning Experience and Innovation, Faculty and Cornwall Operations, Sport and Wellbeing.

About Us

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We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.

You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.

Why our colleagues love working here

• Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
• Generous annual leave (39 - 41 days including bank holidays)
• Competitive pension contributions
• A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues - see initiatives here
• Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do