eLearning Developer - Fixed Term Contract (9-12 months) in Loughborough

Our standard Full Time Equivalent hours are 35 hours per week, unless otherwise specified in the job advert.

Swim England is the national governing body for swimming in England.

We help people learn how to swim, enjoy the water safely, and compete in all our sports.

Our vision is of a nation swimming and we strive to inspire everyone to enjoy the water in the way that suits them. We work with our partners to create engaging programmes that enable everyone to be active, have fun and stay healthy through swimming.

Your application is generated using the information you have provided in your Profile. Your CV and any additional supporting evidence will also be attached and made available to the hiring manager.

Maternity Cover – 9-12 months - Fixed-Term Contract

• Minimum of 2 Days a Week Onsite (Monday & Tuesday each week)
• 35 Hours a Week (Mon–Fri)
• £33,000 – £35,000
• This role will be known as Learning Solutions Developer internally

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and creative Learning Solutions Developer to join us on a 9-12-month maternity-cover basis, designing and developing engaging eLearning and blended learning solutions for a diverse range of Swim England and Institute of Swimming stakeholders.

You will work closely with subject matter experts and colleagues across the Learning Solutions team to turn learning requirements into effective, accessible and engaging digital learning experiences.

A key focus will be using Articulate 360, particularly Rise and Storyline, alongside multimedia, graphic and interactive resources to develop high-quality learning products and continuously improve existing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Design, develop and implement engaging eLearning and blended learning solutions using Articulate 360.
• Use graphic, multimedia and interactive resources to create engaging learning experiences.
• Work closely with subject matter experts to understand requirements and translate content into effective digital learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Learning Solutions team to deliver learning resources on time and to a high standard.
• Support the development of accessible, flexible and engaging online learning products for Swim England and Institute of Swimming customers.
• Apply instructional and visual design principles to ensure learning solutions meet agreed quality standards.
• Review customer feedback and use it to inform product development and improve learning solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong knowledge of Articulate 360 and other relevant learning technologies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of digital learning practices, processes and resources within the team.
• Support occasional photography and video production to develop digital learning resources.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Proficient in Articulate 360, particularly Rise and Storyline.
• Experience designing and developing eLearning or digital learning solutions.
• Ability to use video cameras and digital photography equipment to produce resources to a reasonable standard.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, follow instructions and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrable administration experience.
• Willingness to work occasionally outside standard business hours, including evenings or weekends.
• GCSE Grade A–C or equivalent in English and Maths.

Desirable

• Experience using audio equipment.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Experience working within a team of multi-skilled professionals.
• Knowledge of basic video production processes.
• Understanding of online learning management systems, such as Totara.
• Degree in education, technology, psychology or a related subject.
• Full, valid driving licence.

Early applications are encouraged as this vacancy may close once sufficient applications have been received.

Please be advised that we cannot offer visa sponsorship and that you must have right to work in the UK to apply or be considered for this role. If you are a non-UK/EU National, you must have an appropriate working Visa to undertake employment. You must also be working within the UK to apply or be considered for this role, due to the public liability insurance Swim England holds.

Swim England is committed to inclusion and embraces the spirit of equality legislation. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are guaranteed an interview. We are also piloting a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants from ethnically diverse backgrounds. Candidates who opt in to the scheme and demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Applicants can indicate if they wish to opt in by answering the relevant question within the application form.

Where possible, Swim England will always make reasonable adjustments for accessibility to anyone who requires it.

If you would like any of the documentation in a different format or would like to apply in a different way please get in touch. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process, in line with the Equality Act 2010. However, the organisation may employ positive action where candidates from underrepresented groups can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well.

Swim England is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Swim England and the Amateur Swimming Association

The Amateur Swimming Association (Swim England) Ltd is a company limited by guarantee with charitable status. Registered charity number 1175603. Registered company number 10931571.

Swim England Trading Limited, registration number 3001915; Swim England Events and Sponsorship Limited, registration number 11186835.

All companies are registered in England and Wales at registered office: Pavilion 3, SportPark, 3 Oakwood Drive, Loughborough University, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3QF.