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We encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates
At DfE, we are proud of the commitment we make to diversity and inclusion and of the progress we have made. We have active & vibrant staff networks, special leave policies and workplace adjustments put in place for those who need them. We are continuing to build a diverse DfE, in an inclusive environment which nurtures and realises potential in all, at all levels.
Equality and Diversity – Department for Education
Are you an experienced Learning and Development professional looking for an exciting and rewarding new opportunity? The HR Learning and Development (L&D) team in the Department for Education is looking for a new member of the team to join us as we continue our vital work to deliver world class learning and development opportunities for our staff.
The HR L&D team is central to the departments vision of becoming a fully inclusive employer, where all colleagues have access to high quality learning and development opportunities. As a result of our continued expansion to meet this challenge, this new role has arisen to lead on designing and developing key learning products for the department. If you are passionate about creating engaging and effective learning experiences that empower learners to achieve their goals, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a learning designer.
Job description
As a learning designer, you will be responsible for designing and developing engaging, effective, and innovative learning materials for various programmes, courses, and initiatives. You will work closely with subject matter experts, learning providers and other stakeholders to create materials that align with learning objectives, pedagogical principles, and best practices in the field of learning.
Who might be suitable for this role?
You could be an experienced Learning or Instructional Designer, working either for an organisation, developing courses (a mixture of online, blended or in person training) to support building the capability of your staff; or working for a learning supplier, designing bespoke learning for a range of clients to support staff development. You will be particularly suitable if you can demonstrate how youve developed a range of interventions, using different tools to meet the needs of your target audience.
This role will primarily focus on:
- Working collaboratively with key stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts over the whole learning design process – from scoping, to design, and evaluation – to meet the needs of staff at all levels, including the Senior Civil Service.
- Designing and developing a wide range of learning interventions, using various design models and methodologies to create effective and high-quality learning experiences that engage learners and meet project requirements and stakeholder expectations.
- Working with commercial experts, and managing relationships with contracted suppliers, to procure learning provision that meets the departments needs.
- Planning learning campaigns, including writing promotional communication and marketing materials which are exciting and engaging.
- Planning and conducting evaluations to assess the effectiveness of learning interventions and making improvements based on feedback and data.
- Staying up-to-date with emerging trends, technologies, and research in the field of learning design and applying this knowledge to improve the quality and impact of learning interventions.
- Occasionally using authoring tools, multimedia software, and learning management systems to create and publish digital content, such as e-learning modules, videos, interactive simulations, and assessments.
Person specification
Essential criteria:
- Experience of designing entire learning programmes, using a wide and varied range of learning interventions to maximise learner engagement, for a wide range of staff.
- Experience of working closely with Subject Matter Experts throughout the whole design process, including scoping learning needs, learning proposals, design, and evaluation.
- Experience of managing stakeholders, internal, external and at a senior level.
- Proven ability to develop effective evaluation strategies for learning interventions.
- Able to use data and evidence to support recommendations and demonstrate impact.
- Experience using project and programme management tools and strategies to keep projects on track and delivered in a timely manner.
Desirable criteria:
- Experience of designing programmes for senior leaders.
- Experience of e-learning software.
Desirable criteria will only be assessed in the event of a tie break situation to make an informed decision.
Technical skills
We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Learning Design
Benefits
Applicants currently holding a permanent post in the Civil Service should note that, if successful, their salary on appointment would be determined by the Departments transfer / promotion policies.
As a member of the DfE, you will be entitled to join the highly competitive Civil Service Pension Scheme, which many experts agree is one of the most generous in the UK, with an average employer contribution of 27%.
You will have 25 days leave, increasing by 1 day every year to a maximum of 30 days after five years service. In addition, all staff receive the Kings Birthday privilege holiday and 8 days bank and public holidays.
We offer flexible working arrangements, such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.
Most DfE employees will be working a hybrid pattern, spending at least 60% of their time in an office or work setting. Changes to these working arrangements are available in exceptional circumstances but must be agreed with the line manager and in line with the requirements of the role.
Travel to your primary office location will not be paid for by DfE, but costs for travel to an office which is not your main location will be covered.
As an organisation, which exists to support education and lifelong learning, we offer our staff excellent professional development opportunities.
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Selection process details
Application Form
In your application you will be asked to complete a CV and a statement of suitability (1000 words maximum) demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria.
To confirm, the maximum word count for the statement of suitability is 1000 words. Please adhere to this limit as anything over 1000 words will not be taken into account.
The CV and Statement will be assessed in line with the essential criteria in the Person specification section.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.
Interview
The interview will involve questions on the experience, technical skills and strengths required for the role. You will also need to prepare a 5-minute verbal presentation (no handouts) on a topic that will be shared in your invitation to interview. This will be followed by short, follow-up questions.
Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. Interviews will likely take place via Microsoft Teams.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview
Other Information
We reserve the right to raise the minimum pass mark in the event of a high volume or strong field of candidates.
Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK from the location options provided and not from overseas.
The government is committed to supporting apprenticeships, enabling people to learn and progress in a role whilst earning. We want to monitor the number of people who have completed apprenticeships who are now applying to progress further in their career and are asking this question to all candidates, on all vacancies. You will be asked a question as part of the application process about any previous apprenticeships you have completed. Your response to this question will not affect your application and it is not a requirement of the role to have completed a previous apprenticeship.
DfE cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DfE holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify.
If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check maybe carried out.
In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstance some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Department of Education of your intention by emailing Pre-Employment.Checks.DFE@education.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.
Department for Education do not cover the cost of travel to your interview/assessment unless otherwise stated.
A reserve list may be held for a period of 6 months from which further appointments can be made.
Candidates will be posted in merit order based upon location preference. Where more than one location is advertised you will be asked to state your preferred location.
New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.
Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment.
Terms and conditions of candidates transferring from ALBs and NDPBs
Bodies that are not accredited by the Civil Service Commission and are not able to advertise at Across Government on Civil Service jobs will be treated as external new starters and will come into DfE on modernised terms and conditions with a salary at the band minimum.
Bodies that are accredited by the Civil Service Commission but do not have civil service status will be offered modernised terms and will not have continuous service recognised for leave or sickness benefits. Salaries should be offered at band minimum, but there is some flexibility where this would cause a detriment to the individual.
Bodies that are accredited by the Civil Service Commission and do have Civil Service status will be treated as OGD transfers. Staff appointed on lateral transfer will move on to pre-modernised DfE terms (unless they were on modernised terms in their previous organisation). Staff appointed on promotion will move on to modernised DfE terms. Staff will transfer over on their existing salary (on lateral transfer) and any pay above the DfE pay band maximum will be paid as a mark time allowance. Staff moving on promotion will have their salaries calculated using the principles set out in the attached OGD transfer supplementary information.
Reasonable adjustment
If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:
Contact Department of Education via centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.
Complete the Assistance required section in the Additional requirements page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if youre deaf, a Language Service Professional.
Any move to Department for Education (DfE) will mean you will no longer be able to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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Job contact :
- Name : Connor Devine
- Email : Connor.Devine@education.gov.uk
Recruitment team
- Email : AdvertsRecruitment.DFE@education.gov.uk
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