Job Reference
3572
Application Closing Date
24/07/2026
Division, Department
CU Coventry (CUC) ,CUC NITE Academic
Salary
Competitive starting salary range from £43,521 up to £48,484 (dependent on experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.
Mode
Permanent , Full Time
Our Mission
Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success, and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.
Coventry University’s National Institute of Teaching & Education (NITE) is a global provider of postgraduate and undergraduate degrees, training and professional development for teaching assistants, teachers and school/college leaders. Our courses innovate in their flexibility and blend online delivery with school-based practice and a highly regarded tutorial programme.
The Role
This role is based at the National Institute of Teaching & Education (NITE) Milton Keynes, MK5 8FR
We are looking for an innovative and committed Learning Designer to join our NITE team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of high-quality online teacher training and development programmes within NITE (The National Institute of Teaching and Education), part of the Coventry University Group.
In this role, you will support the design, development, and enhancement of engaging, inclusive, and student-centred online learning experiences. Working collaboratively with academic teams, subject matter experts, digital media colleagues, and stakeholders, you will help create high-quality course content that is pedagogically robust, accessible, and aligned with sector expectations.
You will play a key role in shaping online learning across teacher training and development programmes, supporting curriculum innovation, course design, and continuous improvement. This will include developing learning activities, storyboards, and course design frameworks that promote interaction, collaboration, and effective online learning.
The role also involves supporting academic colleagues in the effective use of digital pedagogy and online learning tools, while contributing to quality assurance processes and the development of consistent course design standards across programmes.
As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you will help ensure that NITE’s online provision remains engaging, professionally relevant, and responsive to developments in teacher education, learning design, and educational technology.
Our Successful Candidate
You will be a qualified and committed education professional with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and strong experience in online learning, curriculum development, or learning design within higher education or teacher training contexts.
You will be passionate about digital pedagogy and creating engaging, inclusive, and student-centred online learning experiences. You will have experience designing high-quality course materials and supporting academic colleagues to develop effective online teaching practices.
You will be confident working collaboratively with academics, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams, bringing creativity, professionalism, and a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement. You will understand the importance of accessibility, learner engagement, and evidence-informed practice in successful online education.
Organised, proactive, and solutions-focused, you will be able to manage competing priorities, contribute to curriculum innovation, and support the delivery of high-quality teacher training provision.
Above all, you will be motivated by the opportunity to shape teacher education through innovative learning design and make a positive impact on the development of future teachers and educational leaders.
The Benefits
As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have a access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:
Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
Life Assurance 4 x Salary
BUPA Cash Plan
50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
Cycle To work scheme
Our Culture
As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.
Full Job Description & Person Specification
We look forward to hearing from you!
