Learning Experience Designer - Assessment

Kognity; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kognity is seeking a passionate instructional designer to create innovative learning experiences. In this role, you will leverage educational frameworks and develop assessments across diverse curricula. Join a remote-first team committed to transforming education globally. Enjoy a supportive work environment with flexible hours and a focus on growth.

Benefits

Remote-first work

Flexible working hours

Annual wellness budget

30 days of paid vacation

MacBook and iPhone provided

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret assessment frameworks across curricula.
• Strengths in instructional design and pedagogical scaffolding.
• Curiosity towards using AI tools for assessment.

Responsibilities

• Design inclusive and engaging learning experiences.
• Develop scalable assessment models.
• Collaborate with product teams to shape curriculum solutions.

Skills

Instructional design

Assessment development

Collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Background in teaching or curriculum design

Job description

Education changes lives.

But tech hasn’t lived up to its promise—yet. At Kognity, we’re here to change that.

We blend smart pedagogy with cutting-edge tech to create powerful, engaging learning experiences. Every student, everywhere, deserves the tools to succeed—no matter their background. We're on a mission to make that happen.

Why Kognity is the place to be:

• Educational Innovation – Build future-proof solutions that transform how students learn and teachers teach

• Global Reach – Our platform supports schools in 120+ countries

• Collaborative Culture – Work with brilliant, kind people who care deeply about impact

• Real Growth – Expand your skills and shape your own journey in a fast-moving company

What you’ll do:

• Design inclusive, engaging, assessment-rich learning experiences across global curricula (IBDP, NGSS, and IGCSE)

• Develop and prototype scalable assessment models using a mix of human insight and generative AI tools

• Help define what effective, AI-powered assessment design looks like — and make it happen

• Work cross-functionally with AI specialists, product managers, and subject experts to shape curriculum-aligned solutions that work in real classrooms

• Contribute to discovery work through interviews, user research, and competitor analysis

What we’re looking for:

• Strong ability to interpret assessment frameworks across multiple curricula and turn them into impactful designs

• Instructional design strengths, particularly around assessment development, pedagogical scaffolding, and standards alignment

• A curious, open-minded approach to AI — you enjoy using tools like ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini to push your work further and faster

• A background in teaching, publishing, or curriculum design, with subject depth in areas like science, math, or humanities

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines

• A flexible mindset — you’re excited to adapt, iterate, and learn in a fast-paced environment

Our interview process:

We want you to shine. That’s why our process is designed to be clear, supportive, and human:

• Discovery Call – An informal chat with our recruiter

• Hiring Manager Interview – Deep dive into the role and your experiences

• Case Study – Work on a real-world challenge

• Values Interview – Let’s talk about what drives you

• Leadership Discussion – Big ideas, bold vision, and where you can grow with us

Benefits

• Remote-first - you’re free to work from anywhere in the UK

• ️ Flexible Working – Work in a way that fits around your personal life.

• ️ Annual wellness budget - gym memberships, exercise classes, etc.

• 30 days of paid vacation every year.

• MacBook, iPhone as work equipment

Our values:

• We maximise progress

• We take ownership

• We drive customer value

• We are transparent

• We take care of ourselves and each other

Every qualified person will be evaluated regardless of age, gender, identity, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status or religion. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.

Deadline for applications: August 11th at 17:00 CET. Our team will personally review every application on this date.

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