Job Description
Learning Technologist | University / EdTech - SaaS | Hybrid (Manchester) | £40,000 - £50,000
An exciting EdTec platform is looking for a Learning Technologist to join their team.
The company develops immersive digital learning experiences that bridge the gap between theoretical and practical education, using interactive technology, simulations and modern learning design approaches. As the business scales across the UK and US, this role will play a key part in shaping high-quality digital courses within its platform.
You’ll work closely with educators, writers and internal teams to translate content into structured, engaging and pedagogically sound learning experiences.
This role would be perfect for an Experienced Learning Technologist or Instructional Designer who has worked previously in University / Higher Education setting.
Role Responsibilities
* Build and publish digital courses using an in-house Content Studio / CMS.
* Apply instructional design principles to ensure learning clarity, structure and engagement.
* Collaborate with educators and SMEs to review and refine content.
* Work with writers, simulation developers and asset teams to ensure smooth handover.
* QA multimedia assets, interactions and simulations for accuracy and functionality.
* Maintain course structures, metadata, tagging and version control within the CMS.
* Use AI tools to support course structure, question banks and draft content.
* Identify gaps in learning flow and recommend improvements.
* Help create scalable quality processes, templates and build standards.
* Provide feedback to improve internal authoring tools and workflows.
Requirements
* Experience in instructional design, learning technology or digital learning development.
* Practical experience building courses in a CMS, LMS or authoring tool (e.g., Blackboard, Articulate, ReposTai).
* Experience within Higher Education / University Learning Technology roles.
* Strong grasp of learning theory and digital course design.
* Experience collaborating with educators or subject-matter experts.
* Detail-oriented, organised and able to manage multiple builds.
* Comfortable using AI tools within the content workflow.
Benefits
* £40,000–£50,000 salary, depending on experience.
* Hybrid working: Monday and Friday from home, Tuesday–Thursday in a Manchester-based office.
* Flexible working hours (7.5-hour day, early start available).
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (holidays can be negotiated)
* Collaborative, inclusive and fast-growing company culture.
* Eligibility for an EMI share options scheme.