We've got a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Digital Learning Lead to help transform how we support the development of our staff.to join our Organisational Development and Learning team to help transform how we support the development of our staff

Joining our Organisational Development and Learning team, you will lead the design, development, implementation and continuous improvement of high-quality digital learning solutions across the University, supporting our strategic ambitions and ensuring compliance with mandatory learning. You will be creative and innovative in how we harness digital capability and evolving technology to provide the most impactful and accessible learning experience for staff and partners.

Working in partnership with subject matter experts and L&D colleagues, you will act as a trusted adviser on digital learning best practice, leading conversations that help shape content into effective learning experiences. They will design pathways and platforms that bring together OD&L initiatives and enable self-directed learning. Taking a consultative approach, you will focus on adding value and ensuring that digital learning solutions are accessible, inclusive, evidence informed and measurable, and in doing so they may need to constructively challenge requests that reduce learning impact.

Key to the role is the ability to identify and trial innovative approaches, including responsible use of AI, to improve learning efficiency, quality and reach.

About You

We are looking for someone with confidence, not only their own technical ability, but also someone who can build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We will expect you to create and curate engaging e learning resources and will also optimise how learning is delivered, experienced and evaluated through our learning platforms.

You'll demonstrate UWE Values, leading by example with a commitment to ambition, inclusion, and innovation.

About Transformation And Improvement Services

We make change happen.

Planning and implementing change can be complex and challenging. Transformation & Improvement Services simplifies the process of managing change, supporting leaders to prioritise and deliver the most impactful work. We drive a culture of continuous improvement by breaking down barriers, testing new ideas, and co-creating inclusive solutions that empower our community. By staying ahead of external trends and internal needs, we enable the University to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing environment.

Where is this role based?

In this role, you’ll be based at our modern Frenchay Campus where we’ve invested in state-of-the-art facilities designed to help both staff and students succeed.

You’ll spend most of your time on campus, with the opportunity to work from home occassionally.

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol , one of the UK’s most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community .

We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we’re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you’ll thrive.

We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from disabled or neurodivergent candidates.

Further information

If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role, please contact Karl Daly at karl.daly@uwe.ac.uk to discuss the post via email or to arrange a phone call.

This is a full time, permanent post, working 37 hours per week.

Shortlisting is expected to be completed within 2 weeks of the closing date depending on application volumes. We aim to give candidates at least a week's notice to attend interview.

Salary offers are made in line with the University’s salary assessment guidelines, reflecting your relevant skills and experience in parity with colleagues.

Right to Work in the UK

If offered a role, you will need to provide valid documentation confirming your right to work in the UK before employment begins. Guidance on acceptable documents is available via the Home Office Right to Work Checklist .

Next Steps

We’d love to hear from you - if this role excites you, please complete our application form as soon as possible and tell us how your skills and experience meet the criteria listed in the Person Specification, using clear and relevant examples wherever possible.

We’ll keep you informed of the outcome by email once shortlisting is complete.

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