Courseware Development Specialist

A day in the life of an Ascent Instructional Designer

Working from storyboards you will collaborate with the media team and subject matter experts to create engaging courseware. This includes a range of lesson types – CBT (eLearning), CAI (instructor led), phase guides, course manuals and exams.

As a Courseware Development Specialist, you will be an integral part of a dedicated team of instructional designers. You will be responsible for the development of high-quality courseware, working alongside subject matter experts, technical experts and media developers to maximise learning outcomes, providing Ascent trainees with a world-class learning experience.

You will:

• Work in close collaboration with multiple specialists to ensure timely delivery of courseware and courseware updates
• Ensure that innovation and continuous improvement is embedded in the production and maintenance of courseware
• Be working in partnership with our customer, other stakeholders and positively promote a partnering ethos
• Be able to develop courseware in military specific LCMS authoring software

Additional:

• You must be able to achieve UK security clearance for this role
• Candidates who can work in North Bristol two days per week are preferred, however remote UK workers will be considered
• Candidate will be required to complete a small interview task

What will make you successful

You will be willing to be part of a friendly team and work collaboratively with other departments. Have a high level of IT competency and be familiar with LCMS authoring software. You will already have experience working as an imaginative instructional/courseware designer and be familiar with dealing with SMEs and media developers. You will have strong written communication skills, with an eye for detail.

You will love working in an exciting, blended learning environment where collaborative working ensures best practice. You will enjoy being part of a forward-thinking team that welcomes innovation and where your ideas are valued.

And you will also:

• Have experience of producing courseware to exacting standards within a customer-focused timeframe
• Be able to demonstrate your ability to liaise closely with SMEs and technical specialists
• Maintain courseware design styles and standards
• Ideally hold a relevant degree or have equivalent experience
• Ensure that all material used has suitable copyright clearance and attribution