Director of Technology (Permanent)

Instinct Resourcing
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 75K

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Moodle
Elearning
Systems Integration

Job description

Oversee front-line digital learning support, including helpdesk services, training, webinars, and workshops Partner with academic teams to embed digital pedagogy and innovative teaching practices into curricula Lead the design, piloting, evaluation, and continuous improvement of digital learning platforms and tools Ensure digital learning systems meet accessibility, security, and compliance requirements Manage multiple strategic projects, including planning, risk, budget, and delivery Use data, analytics, and stakeholder feedback to evaluate impact and improve user experience Line manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing Digital Learning team Collaborate closely with IT and other professional services to ensure system integration and effective processes Represent the organisation internally and externally, including supplier management and sector networks You will be a recognised digital learning leader with strong technical, pedagogical, and people leadership experience, ideally

Requirements

gained within higher education or a complex learning environment . Postgraduate-level qualification in digital learning, education, or equivalent experience Strong knowledge of digital learning platforms (VLEs such as Moodle or equivalent, online assessment, lecture capture, e-portfolios, similarity checking tools) Deep understanding of digital pedagogy and academic processes (assessment, feedback, learner journeys) Proven experience leading digital learning or TEL projects and managing change Experience using data and learning analytics to inform decision-making and service improvement Strong people management experience, including coaching and performance management Formal project management qualification (e.g. Knowledge of accessibility, data protection, copyright, and IP Evidence of horizon scanning and sector engagement in digital learning Aside from a salary of up to £75,000 per annum, this role is also entitled to a very competitive benefits package include attractive pension

Benefits & conditions

schemes, employee services, and generous holiday leave entitlement. This is an opportunity to shape digital education at scale and play a key role in delivering institutional transformation.

About the company

Head of Learning Technology Hybrid: 2-3 days a week on site in London Full time, permanent £A very well established education institution and a long-standing client of Instinct's is seeking a Head of Digital Learning to lead the strategic development and delivery of its digital learning ecosystem. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for digital pedagogy, learning technologies, service delivery, and team leadership, working closely with academic and professional services colleagues. This is an exciting and rare opportunity where you will lead on defining and delivering a digital learning roadmap aligned to institutional strategy. You will lead a multidisciplinary team and drive the effective use of technology to enhance teaching, learning, and the student and staff experience. Develop and implement a digital learning strategy and roadmap aligned with organisational priorities Lead digital education and technology-enhanced learning initiatives across the institution

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