Senior Learning Technologist

Shift Time

Learning Technologist

You will support the setup, configuration, and quality assurance of online courses in Moodle (UAL’s Virtual Learning Environment) and integrate supporting tools like Miro and Workflow (Mahara). You'll also provide technical support during teaching, contribute to improving workflows, and promote best practices in accessibility and digital content development.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and configure online learning content in Moodle, based on designs developed by Learning Designers and academics.
• Set up and manage third-party platforms (e.g., Miro, Workflow, Padlet) to support teaching and learning.
• Provide timely support to academic staff during course delivery, escalating issues where necessary.
• Conduct technical and design quality assurance (QA) for internally and externally developed content.
• Ensure digital materials and platforms meet accessibility requirements and UAL Online style guides.
• Advise on appropriate technologies and test new tools in collaboration with UX designers and developers.
• Work with external suppliers to support scaled content development.
• Deliver focused training and guidance to academic staff on using teaching and learning platforms.
• Contribute to improving internal workflows and share insights on best practices in digital learning.
• Maintain awareness of trends and tools in online education and accessibility.

Essential Criteria

• Undergraduate degree.
• In-depth knowledge of digital content development best practices and digital accessibility law.
• Ability to transform draft content into high-quality, inclusive learning materials without altering academic intent.
• Experience using online higher education platforms (ideally Moodle) and associated authoring tools.
• Skilled in design software (Adobe Creative Suite), collaborative tools (Slack, Padlet, Miro), and web design languages such as CSS.
• Experience working with and supporting academics or subject matter experts, including delivering training sessions.
• Strong communication skills — oral, written, and visual.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage work to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion through collaborative teamworking.
• Uses teaching and learning practices that support pedagogy and inclusivity.

Eligible candidates may share their resumes at hr@qasolvers.com