Head of Learning Technology & Innovation
2 days ago
Cardiff
Head of Learning Technology & Innovation Location: Hybrid Working (UK) Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer Shape the Future of Digital Learning Are you passionate about transforming learning through technology, innovation and AI? We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Learning Technology & Innovation to lead the next phase of our digital learning journey. This is a unique opportunity to drive strategic change across a growing apprenticeship and training organisation, leading the implementation of a new Learning Management System (LMS) while shaping the future learner experience through technology, data and digital innovation. As a key member of the leadership team, you'll work across Operations, Quality, Curriculum, IT and Data functions to create a modern, scalable and engaging learning environment that improves outcomes for learners, employers and colleagues alike. What You'll Be Doing • Lead the implementation, integration and optimisation of a new LMS platform across the organisation., • Drive the transformation of learner and coach journeys, simplifying processes and improving user experience., • Develop a future-focused digital learning strategy aligned to organisational growth plans., • Enhance curriculum delivery through innovative learning design, blended learning approaches and technology-enabled solutions., • Identify and implement AI and digital tools that improve learner engagement, operational efficiency and reporting., • Lead learning technology governance, standards and best practice across the business., • Integrate systems and learner data to improve visibility, reporting and performance management., • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external technology partners., • Develop a roadmap for future innovation, ensuring the organisation remains at the forefront of digital learning and educational technology. About You You'll be a strategic thinker with the ability to turn vision into action, bringing experience of leading technology-enabled transformation within education, apprenticeships or workplace learning environments. Essential Experience • Leading LMS implementation and/or learning technology transformation projects., • Strong understanding of digital learning, learner experience and learning technologies., • Experience redesigning learner journeys, curriculum delivery or operational learning processes., • Strong project and change management skills., • Ability to influence stakeholders across multiple business functions., • Experience using data and reporting to drive decision-making and performance improvement., • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills., • Passion for innovation, continuous improvement and learner success. Desirable Experience • Apprenticeship LMS or ePortfolio systems., • Apprenticeship funding, compliance and learner review processes., • AI-enabled learning technologies and automation tools., • FE, apprenticeships or work-based learning sectors., • Learning design, blended learning and digital pedagogy., • Cross-functional business transformation programmes. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact at organisational level. You'll have the autonomy to shape learning technology strategy, influence how thousands of learners engage with their programmes, and help create a more innovative, efficient and digitally enabled learning experience. You'll join a business that values: • Innovation and continuous improvement, • Collaboration and teamwork, • Accountability and ownership, • Simplicity and efficiency, • Developing people and celebrating success Ready to Lead the Future of Learning? If you're excited by the opportunity to combine learning technology, digital transformation, AI innovation and learner experience in a senior leadership role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us redefine how learning happens.