eLearning Instructional Designer

eLearning Instructional Designer Join us as an : eLearning Instructional Designer Location: Hybrid with travel to Newbury Office Join a Proven, Trusted, and Award-Winning Organisation. Flourish ( Flourish.co.uk ) is a specialist training provider dedicated to supporting individuals and organisations to thrive through high-quality, accessible, and impactful learning experiences. Based in the UK, Flourish serves over 120k users across 4k customers offering a wide range of CPD-accredited courses, workshops, and digital resources tailored to support workforce development in the Adult Social Care, Children’s Services and Education sectors . With a focus on innovation and inclusion, Flourish blends expert facilitation with cutting-edge learning technologies to deliver scalable, engaging education that makes a real difference. The Instructional designer (Mid-Level) transforms complex information into engaging, interactive, and accessible digital learning experiences that inspire learners and drive measurable outcomes. You’ll collaborate closely with subject matter experts, multimedia designers, and project managers to design courses that are not only visually appealing but also grounded in sound instructional theory. You will be competent in analysing learning needs and defining clear, measurable learning objectives for digital training programmes, designing and storyboarding eLearning modules, simulations, and blended learning solutions using instructional design best practices. What We Offer: Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary. Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave. Health and Wellness Support: Access to Medicash, covering eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually. Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards. Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent. Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering shopping discounts, fuel cards, and more. Commute in Style: Cycle to Work Scheme. Supportive Environment: Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family. Group Connection: Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review. Birthday Leave: Celebrate your birthday in style with an additional paid holiday. Key Responsibilities Analyse learning needs and define clear, measurable learning objectives for digital training programmes. Design and storyboard eLearning modules, simulations, and blended learning solutions using instructional design best practices. Develop content using authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline 360, Rise 360, or Adobe Captivate. Collaborate with SMEs to ensure content accuracy, relevance, and alignment with organisational goals. Apply accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1) to ensure inclusive learning experiences. Integrate multimedia elements (graphics, audio, video, animations) to enhance learner engagement. Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure courses function flawlessly across devices and platforms. Evaluate learning effectiveness through feedback, analytics, and assessment data, and recommend improvements. Required Skills Strong understanding of instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, Bloom’s Taxonomy). Proficiency in eLearning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate). Ability to translate technical or complex topics into clear, learner-friendly content. Strong visual design sense and attention to detail. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and SCORM/xAPI standards. Skilled in creating assessments that measure both knowledge retention and skill application. Experience of emerging learning technologies such as VR/AR or AI-driven learning tools. Required Tools Storyline Rise, Vyond, LMS platforms Essential Skills and Experience 2–5 years in instructional design or related fields Produces engaging, effective learning solutions Manages projects independently Positive stakeholder feedback Desirable Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Learning Sciences, or related field. Experience with graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva). Familiarity with video editing software (Camtasia, Adobe Premiere Pro). Exposure to gamification techniques and microlearning strategies. Certification in instructional design or eLearning development (e.g., ATD, CIPD). How to Apply: Submit your application by clicking APPLY. If you have any further queries, then please get in touch with our friendly team by emailing R [email protected] Join our trusted team and make a difference in the lives of learners pursuing a career in adult social care. Please click here to view the Job Description. Diversity and Inclusion Statement: The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs. Note: We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role. Department Flourish Role eLearning Instructional Designer Locations Flourish - Newbury Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary £32,000 Number of Vacancies 1 About Flourish Flourish is a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge 'Click' products, developed specifically for the adult and children's social care, and education sectors. Encompassing award winning eLearning, interactive webinars and face-to-face delivery, and a short-term shift solution for adult social care, here at Flourish we are committed to creating a connected community where everyone thrives.