eLearning Content Designer and Builder

Are you an experienced e-learning content designer with a passion for driving professional development and growth through evidence-informed practices? We are seeking an experienced individual, with a strong understanding of pedagogical techniques and technical knowhow to lead and manage the end-to-end process of e-learning content development, from conception and design to implementation and testing. This is an exciting opportunity to work within our Star Talent Academy and play a key role in transforming learning experiences and supporting the achievement of high-performance standards across a high-performing multi-academy trust.

About Star Central

Star Central, which is headquartered in Blackburn, Lancashire, provides leadership, strategic direction and support to Star Academies, Star Institute and our schools.

The Star Central team includes experts from a range of professional backgrounds, who work together to provide an outstanding support service to the Star community. We support our schools to provide educational and operational excellence and to cultivate a strong Star community, with the aim of nurturing today’s young people and inspiring tomorrow’s leaders.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for an experienced eLearning content designer with a strong background in instructional design and pedagogical practices. You will have the ability to collaborate with subject matter experts and senior leaders across Star Academies to create dynamic, multimedia-rich e-learning courses that are both engaging and leverage impact. You will work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to ensure the e-learning materials are pedagogically sound, visually appealing, technically functional and meet the unique requirements of Star Academies. You will be responsible for creating and building engaging, high-quality e-learning content that enhances the learning experience across various digital platforms. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing the professional learning experience for all employees and help ensure positive pupil outcomes across our schools.

You will have:

• Experience in e-learning content design and development particularly with authoring tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or similar.
• Expertise in instructional design, with a strong understanding of pedagogical techniques and evidence-informed practices.
• Proficiency in multimedia integration and the ability to design engaging and interactive e-learning experiences.
• Experience with Learning Experience Platforms (LXPs) and knowledge of e-learning standards (e.g., SCORM, xAPI).
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects at once.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, subject matter experts, and external content providers.
• Full commitment to our vision and values.

About Star Academies

Star Academiesis a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs 31 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.

Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level. 

We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.

Find out more

Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact Star Central by calling 0330 313 9800.

Key Dates

Closing Date: Sunday, 12 January 2025.

Interview Date: Week commencing: Monday, 20 January 2025.

Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible.

Application Process

To apply for this vacancy please use the 'Apply for job' link below. You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Our Commitment

Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks.

We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.