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Overview
Calex UK (Learning & Development) is a specialist training and consultancy organisation working in partnership with several market-leading automotive manufacturers. We are currently seeking to recruit a Instructional Designer to join the Commercial Training team at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre in Milton Keynes.
If you have demonstrable skills in designing engaging, immersive and performance-enhancing learning, and ideas for creating the next generation of innovative training content, being a Instructional Designer with us could be the role for you.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the most successful and forward-thinking automotive organisations in an important role which will help drive the National Learning Centre’s training programmes for the Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, Seat and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle brands.
Responsibilities
* Design a range of learning assets to include, but not limited to: eLearning, Virtual classrooms, Webinars, Self-study programmes, Face-to-face courses, How-to videos, Assessments, Social, collaborative and community learning
* Regionalise training content received from our Global factory teams
* Apply localised Brand Guidelines to internationally designed content
* Work closely with the Calex Management and Leadership team, and other key personnel, to support the partnership with VWG, and ensure KPIs and SLAs are achieved
About You
* Have demonstrable instructional design experience, including learning theories and instructional design models
* Have extensive instructional and creative design knowledge and software skills to develop informative, engaging and gamified learning experiences (Articulate Storyline360, RISE, video editing, motion graphics, Adobe Creative Suite; Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects)
* Have the ability to storyboard with graphic design experience
* Have the ability to work with stakeholders to understand business requirements, develop learning solutions, consult with subject experts and determine the efficiency of course designs
* Have a knowledge and understanding of being able to design with new technologies (artificial intelligence, virtual reality and augmented reality and metaverse experiential environments) with a desire to embed these into learning solutions (desirable)
* Be a creative and conceptual thinker with creative energy and ideas
* Have demonstrable evidence of working on your own initiative, be flexible and adaptable
* Be self-sufficient, tech-savvy and a quick learner, with experience of Microsoft, Adobe and eLearning development tools and software
* Write and edit effective copy, instructional text, audio and video scripts
* Proven track record of working towards and achieving contractual targets in line with company objectives and deadlines
* Be patient and collaborative, able to work independently and within teams
* Be organised, assume responsibility and accountability for your own actions
* Have excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
* Be highly motivated and resilient, with attention to detail and a focus on quality
Our Calex Core Values
We are looking for an individual who aligns with our company core values:
* Caring & Supported
* Welcoming & Inclusive
* Flexible & Adaptable
* Accountable & Reliable
* Healthy & Sustainable
If, like us, you strongly believe in learning that impacts personal and business performance, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please provide a full and up to date copy of your CV together with a covering letter detailing the skills you have that make you suitable for this role.
Salary & Benefits
Up to £35,000 pro rata dependent on experience, plus car allowance of £328.50 per month (Total £3942 pa)
25 Days (pro rata) Paid Annual Leave. Calex Employee Benefits Package (inc. High Street Discounts, Online GP, Welfare Scheme).
Pre-employment Checks
Calex will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated references, as well as checking candidate ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks (confirmation will be provided through the recruitment process). The nature of this role may necessitate that we undertake a DBS check.
Employment
The successful candidate will be employed by Calex UK (www.calexuk.com). Calex are a specialist automotive training provider and provide training staff and expertise including Trainers, Developers, Digital Learning Experts, and Administrators to Volkswagen Group UK. The successful candidate will join an established team, at the VWG National Learning Centre in Milton Keynes.
Place of Work
VWG National Learning Centre, Wymbush, Milton Keynes.
We currently operate hybrid working with at least 60% of time in the National Learning Centre with the opportunity to work up to 40% remotely. Time spent in the office may change.
There will also be times when it may be necessary to work from alternative locations, e.g. VWG facilities and retailers, and other sites as necessary to perform the role.
Calex UK is not on the register of Worker and Temporary Worker licensed sponsors
Stage dates
Stage 1 interviews shall be conducted via Teams on Monday 29 September 2025. Successful candidates shall be invited to attend a stage 2 face-to-face interview (MK8 8DF) on Thursday 16 October 2025.
Unfortunately, we cannot respond to everyone. If you have not heard back from us within 14 days of the closing date, your application will not have been successful.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Training, Design, and Quality Assurance
* Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Technical and Vocational Training
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