Learning Technologist

Learning technologist – shape the future of digital education

Are you passionate about digital, online, and blended learning? Would you relish the opportunity to lead institution-wide projects which enhance the University’s digital learning offering, for example introducing and developing AI and developing distance learning? The University of Bedfordshire is seeking a creative and skilled learning technologist to join our Digital Learning Team. The role is vital to transforming the digital learning experiences of both staff and students.

Make a difference with digital innovation

As part of the Digital Learning Team, you will develop colleagues’ digital pedagogy across the University to enhance our academic community’s digital learning experience – with everything from developing blended and distance learning, learning analytics, to developing the use of AI institution-wide. You will design and deliver tailored training, CPD, and curriculum consultancy to meet the diverse needs of academic schools, with a strong emphasis on impact, inclusion, and digital innovation.

We are looking for a new colleague who can bring:

A strong understanding of digital, distance and blended pedagogies in higher education

• Practical experience with learning technologies, including VLEs and analytics
• Confidence in delivering training and supporting curriculum design
• An interest in the ethical and practical use of AI in education
• A collaborative, adaptable, and student-focused approach
• Experience from a relevant postgraduate qualification and experience in higher education

Why join us?

Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that values creativity and innovation

• Lead and support impactful digital change across the university
• Access excellent professional development and sector engagement opportunities
• Enjoy flexible working, with a mix of campus and remote activity

This is your opportunity to shape the future of teaching and learning at a university committed to digital transformation and inclusive practice.

For a full job description and person specification please click here

The post will be based at Luton (with travel to other campuses as required)

Applications close on Monday 5th January and interviews will be w/c 26th January 2026

Questions before applying?

Candidates are welcome to email David Pike via david.pike@beds.ac.uk 

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.

At the University of Bedfordshire, inclusivity is a key University value, and we are committed to creating an environment in which we celebrate and value the diversity of our staff and student community and provide fair opportunity and outcomes for all.

We recognise that diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent and benefit from opportunities that the diversity of talent and thought creates.

We, therefore, particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Bedfordshire’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds (particularly in roles in grades 7 and above), disabled people; LGBTQ+ people; and women in some senior grades.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

To Apply

For any enquires contact People & Culture email P&C@beds.ac.uk

Please note a Curriculum Vitae will only be accepted if accompanied by a fully completed University application form.

To view job details or apply on-line, please click the above 'Apply' button.

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