Product Designer FTC - 12+ months

Overview

At TTS we aim to give every child, everyday, a reason to love learning. We have supplied schools and learning environments across the globe with innovative educational resources for 40 years, offering over 50,000 resources, of which 6,000 are our own developed IP. Our in‑house experts collaborate with teachers and educational experts to create unique, innovative resources that engage children and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Every resource provides unlimited learning opportunities and is made to last, maximizing schools’ and nurseries’ limited budgets and ensuring years of classroom use.

TTS is part of the RM Group – a pioneer in the education technology space – and since 2004 we share a vision to improve education outcomes worldwide. RM has been a pioneer of education technology since 1973, providing technology and resources to the education sector, supporting over 20 million students and improving educational outcomes worldwide. What we do helps learners at all stages of their lives, from preschool to higher education and professional qualification; we partner with schools, examination boards, governments and professional organisations globally to make learning more accessible, engaging and impactful. RM operates through three divisions: Assessment (digital assessment and marking solutions), Technology (managed services, hardware, software for schools) and TTS (educational resources). Visit our website to find out more: https://www.tts-group.co.uk/.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, confident individual looking to gain valuable experience and develop creative and design engineering skills. With support from the design team, you will turn conceptual ideas into reality, working closely with the Innovations team to bring new product to life. The role of the product designer covers every aspect of a design from early concept sketches through to the final product, including its packaging. Candidates will be expected to support other design‑related activities such as creating and amending instruction manuals, updating stored part files/folders and producing templates for packaging. The candidate must have a good understanding of sketching, concept design, model making, 2D drawings and must be able to communicate visually.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the NPD team to understand the requirements and background of new concepts.
• Use SolidWorks to create 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings of new designs.
• Use Keyshot to create 3D rendered images that accurately represent the design.
• Create prototypes to validate designs, using the 3D printer where suitable.
• Develop understanding of the educational market and the safety requirements involved.
• Support on all aspects of design throughout project development, including reviewing CAD, testing samples and updating designs as required.
• Use the Adobe Creative Suite to design packaging and instruction manuals for new products or update previous versions to meet new compliance requirements.
• Assist with file management and storage of design files.
• Attend regular project and team meetings to keep all relevant team members and stakeholders updated with design information.

Experience

• A solid educational background, including technical and creative courses at A‑level or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – credible, open, approachable, and able to adjust your manner to suit your audience.
• Ability to communicate design concepts through sketches or brief models.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Knowledge of graphic design packages such as Adobe Suite; prior experience beneficial.
• Strong organisational skills to manage design revisions and keep project folders well organised.
• Willingness to learn on the job and develop design skills through project work and self‑training.

What’s in it for you?

At TTS we offer My Work Blend @RM which provides office‑based colleagues with multi‑location and hybrid working options. In addition to your office base, you may spend part of your time working at other locations that suit your role. We encourage discussion of arrangements with your line manager during the recruitment process.

We provide a competitive salary and the core benefits package includes private medical healthcare, life assurance and a Group Personal Pension Plan with higher contribution levels available. Additional voluntary benefits are available, such as buying extra annual leave, joining a dental plan, signing up for a health assessment or participating in a cycle‑to‑work scheme. A bonus may be earned for successfully recommending a friend or family member.

To better reflect the society that we serve, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. We want to make the recruitment process as inclusive as possible for everyone. Should you require additional support with your application or through the interview process, contact us at recruitment@rm.com.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.