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Learning Technologist – Driving Digital Innovation in Education
1. Ref: 143737
2. Salary: £31,925 - £33,869 per annum
3. Hours: 37 hours per week
4. Location: Based at Wakefield College, but working across all sites will be required.
Are you passionate about transforming learning through cutting-edge technology? We’re looking for a Learning Technologist to join our dynamic I>Innovate team and help shape the future of education across our group.
In this exciting role, you’ll work at the forefront of digital innovation, supporting educators to integrate advanced technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the classroom. Your work will directly enhance teaching and learning experiences, making education more immersive, interactive, and impactful.
What you’ll do:
5. Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with I>Innovate Leads across our three sites to identify opportunities for embedding VR, AI, and other emerging technologies into the curriculum.
6. Create and Inspire: Design, test, and refine engaging digital learning resources that align with curriculum goals and captivate learners.
7. Enable and Support: Partner with IT and Business Systems teams to ensure educators and students have the technical support they need to succeed.
8. Lead and Deliver: Manage projects that drive the development and implementation of digital learning initiatives across the organisation.
9. Champion Change: Advocate for innovative teaching practices and the adoption of transformative technologies that empower both staff and students.
You will have:
10. GCSE in Maths and English A*-C/9-4 or equivalent
11. A Teaching qualification is desirable but not essential
12. Up to date experience of immersive technologies
If you have the skills and experience, we are looking for and would like to join us, click ‘Apply’ now, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits include:
13. Generous Annual Leave (30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 5 college closure days)
14. Personal and Professional Development opportunities
15. Discounted Metro Card Scheme
16. Generous Contributory Pension Scheme
17. Access to Employee Assistance Programme
18. Reduced price personal gym membership
19. Cycle to Work Scheme
20. Access to a wide range of high street discounts
21. Staff Recognition Awards
See what we have to offer and come and join our experienced and supportive team.
22. Closing date: 16th February 2026
23. Interview date: To be confirmed
Please note direct applicants only – no agency CV’s
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to pre-employment vetting in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, this includes an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. Sight of evidence of all essential
All posts within the Group are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This means that applicants are not entitled to withhold information about any convictions that are not "Protected" which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the act.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are the preferred candidate for the post.
We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.
Safeguarding Statement
heart of Yorkshire education group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.