Apprentice Digital Learning Designer

Complete our digital learning designer apprenticeship and become a designer by gaining a foundation degree without going to university. 

In this apprenticeship, you will support the design, development, implementation and evaluation of engaging digital learning solutions that meet organisational learning needs while developing professional knowledge and skills. 

What you'll do 

On completion of the apprenticeship, you will be able to: 

• support the design and development of digital learning solutions to meet identified business and learner needs 
• assist in gathering and analysing learning requirements from stakeholders to inform learning design decisions 
• create and maintain eLearning content using approved authoring tools, templates and brand standards 
• develop learning assets including text, graphics, videos, assessments and interactive content to support learning outcomes 
• upload, configure and maintain learning content and resources within the Learning Management System 
• apply instructional design principles to support the creation of effective learner journeys and blended learning programmes 
• ensure all learning materials comply with accessibility, quality assurance, data protection and organisational standards 
• conduct testing and quality checks on digital learning products before release 
• collect and analyse learner feedback, completion data and learning analytics to support continuous improvement activities 
• work with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to review and update existing learning content 
• maintain accurate records, documentation, version control and project information associated with digital learning activities 
• participate actively in apprenticeship learning activities and apply new knowledge and skills within the workplace. 

What you'll need

You will need: 

• an interest in learning, development and digital technologies 
• good written and verbal communication skills 
• the ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively 
• competency in Microsoft 365 application 
• the ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders 
• attention to detail and commitment to quality. 

Desirable:

• Experience using learning management systems.  
• Experience creating digital content, presentations, video or multimedia resources.  
• Understanding of learning and development principles.  
• Awareness of accessibility and inclusive design principles.  
• Experience of project-based work. 

Apprenticeship Information 

Apprentice standard title: Digital learning designer / Skills England 

Apprenticeship Standard Duration - 2 years 

Qualifications

On completion of this apprenticeship, you will hold a Level 5 apprenticeship in Digital Learning Design. 

Additional qualifications achieved include: 

• Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design 
• Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics 
• Level 2 Functional Skills English. 

Training provision 

Training will be delivered by the SCCU Group including: 

• weekly virtual seminars and lectures 
• summer school in Medway, Kent.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. 

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.