Talent Development & Learning Digital and Instructional Designer

Kainos; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital services company in Birmingham seeks an Associate TD&L Digital and Instructional Designer to develop engaging digital learning materials. Ideal for early-career professionals, this role offers hands-on experience, collaboration with a supportive team, and opportunities for growth in instructional design and digital content creation.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in digital learning design

Exposure to various learning initiatives

Clear development path

Qualifications

• Experience in instructional design or digital learning.
• Familiarity with learning design models like ADDIE or SAM.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Design digital learning materials such as eLearning modules and onboarding content.
• Support the instructional design process collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Use digital authoring tools to create engaging content.

Skills

Instructional design

Digital learning tools

Written communication

Visual communication

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Experience or academic background in instructional design or related field

Tools

Talent LMS

Articulate

Canva

MS Teams

Video creation software

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Join Kainos and Shape the Future. At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.

As part of our continued growth in digital learning, the TD&L team is recruiting an Associate TD&L Digital and Instructional Designer. This role supports the increasing demand for engaging digital content across internal teams and client-facing initiatives. It is ideal for an early-career professional looking to build expertise in instructional design and digital learning development.

Role Purpose

As demand grows for high-quality digital learning experiences across our business and client-facing work, we are expanding the TD&L team. This associate-level role will support the design and development of engaging digital learning content, working closely with experienced team members and stakeholders. It provides a solid foundation in instructional design and digital content creation, with opportunities to evolve into more strategic responsibilities over time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and developing digital learning materials such as eLearning modules, onboarding content, video creation and interactive guides.
• Support the instructional design process by applying learning design principles and collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Use digital authoring tools (e.g., Talent LMS, Articulate, Canva, Synthesia, Video Creation, PowerPoint) to create visually engaging and accessible content.
• Ensure all learning materials created are of high quality and branded correctly with a consistent look and feel.
• Contribute to the development of learning experiences that support leadership, communication, and performance enablement.
• Help maintain and update the digital learning library and internal knowledge-sharing platforms.
• Help with the Administration and management of our Learning Management System.
• Participate in team meetings, feedback sessions, and project planning activities.
• Occasionally deliver training to internal colleagues as and when required. This includes instructor-led training delivered virtually via MS Teams and face-to-face training delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Experience or academic background in instructional design, digital learning, education, or a related field.
• Familiarity with learning design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) and digital learning tools.
• Experience using/maintaining a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Strong written and visual communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from others.
• Ability to manage time effectively and contribute to multiple projects.
• Experience in delivering training virtually and face-to-face.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in digital learning design within a supportive and innovative team.
• Exposure to a wide range of learning initiatives, from onboarding to leadership development.
• Opportunities to develop technical skills, creative thinking, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• A clear development path within the TD&L team.

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.

We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.