Academy Learning Designer

Battersea Academy is a place where people from dog and cat shelters of all sizes from across the world can come together for learning, guidance, and support. Together, we share and learn what we can do to have an even greater positive impact on the lives of dogs and cats, and how we can ensure the people and organisations caring for them are at their most effective.

Our online and face to face learning opportunities are evidence based and pass through a vigorous internal Quality Assurance process. The team embraces a varied set of skills and talents, ranging from formal teaching qualifications delivering best practice face to face learning, to digital skills embracing developments in online learning, as well as outstanding customer service.

Ambitious plans to ensure we can offer high quality learning opportunities for everyone volunteering and employed in the rescue sector means that we are looking for an additional Learning Designer to join the existing team. With skills and qualifications in teaching and learning, best practice pedagogy and in the design and development of digital learning opportunities, this role will support subject matter experts and overseas Lecturers in designing accessible, relevant and engaging content. This role will also lead on the development of courses and content. 

The Academy Learning Designer will support the development, delivery, and maintenance of Academy face-to-face and online content. As a member of the Academy team, you will work closely with the Academy Programme Manager and Lead Learning Designer to build and maintain a portfolio of content and resources that are accessible and appropriate for rehoming organisations/individuals located in the UK and around the world. With skills in best practice pedagogy, and experience applying that across blended learning programmes, the role holder will have excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate and manage relationships with subject matter experts within and outside of Battersea.

PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL

• Teaching qualification or demonstrable experience in the development of learning content
• Ability to create high quality presentations
• Substantial understanding and experience with the application of pedagogical principles of online learning for adult learners
• Detail orientated (high level of accuracy and attention to detail)
• Experience of working with subject matter experts (internal and external)
• Experience of managing multiple projects within a complex environment
• Demonstrable experience and skills in building positive and productive relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills
• Excellent written English, highly numerate and advanced user of MS Office and other IT Systems
• Experience of communicating clearly with the ability to adapt your communication style for different people as appropriate
• Experience of dealing with sensitive issues with empathy and resilience
• Proven ability to manage a high workload and multiple priorities whilst meeting deadlines

DESIRABLE

• Experience of working within a charity
• A commitment to the animal welfare sector and building the capacity of smaller charities
• Knowledge of Adapt Builder (or similar) online asset development tool
• Experience of working with online learning and learning management systems (administration and content management)

Closing date: 21st February 2025
Interview date(s): 5th & 6th March 2025

To apply for the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

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