London - Hybrid - Full Time
Job Description
As Instructional Learning Designer, you will be responsible for leading the design and development of our library of best practice assets and work in collaboration with the marketing team to design materials to support the marketing calendar. You will also support the Senior Learning Designer with bespoke and tailored client programmes, as well as working cross functionally on tenders, by responding to RFPs and client briefs. Alongside the need for exceptional instructional design skills, your role will require strong cross-departmental collaboration within the team, working with programme management to meet client deadlines and to deliver excellent client service.
The Role
‘The School of Life At Work’
One of our core channels is The School of Life at Work. We equip businesses with the emotional skills to thrive and to grow by delivering premium experiences (workshops, talks, coaching), tools (books, app, web) and interventions (facilitation, coaching, conversations).
Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of developing and enhancing the TSOL core library by creating new workshops, talks, and supporting materials, including high-level designs (HLDs), workshop/talk content, teaching notes, and resources.
- Lead collaboration with the marketing team to develop and produce content that supports the marketing calendar and business initiatives.
- Support the design of bespoke client programmes by transforming client briefs into engaging, behaviour-driven learning materials.
- Contribute to the response process for tenders, RFPs, and client briefs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, tailored solutions.
- Work cross-functionally with client service, programme management, sales, and visual design teams to meet client deadlines and exceed expectations.
- Adhere to and support business systems and processes to drive team growth and efficiency.
- Engage with our faculty and freelance design pool to provide support, including facilitation briefs and ongoing feedback to enhance performance.
- Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and maintain a competitive edge.
Success metrics / KPIs:
- Setting and Maintaining High Standards of TSOL Instructional Design
- Participant Satisfaction with high delivery score
- High client NPS score run quarterly
- High Faculty NPS score run quarterly
- Happy and confident internal stakeholders in the Business team and beyond, through smooth running of processes
The School of Life is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Experience
2–3 years of experience in instructional design, learning development, or a similar role / Client management and building relationships/ Experience with multimedia tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite)
Skills
Skill in designing engaging, learner-centred content for various delivery formats (online, blended, in-person) / Ability to conduct learning needs analysis and identify performance gaps / Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with faculty, clients and other stakeholders / Project management skills: ability to manage timelines, handle multiple projects, and prioritise work
Qualities
Analytical skills to evaluate learning effectiveness and apply feedback / Adaptable to change and new technologies / Highly organised with the ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines / Mission-driven, enjoy working in a team-focused environment, and always seeking ways to improve
Interest
An interest in and knowledge of philosophy, arts & culture/ Personal development / Curious, with a strong appetite for learning / Passion for and understanding of TSOL’s brand and purpose
Superpower
Creative thinker with a learner-first mindset / Solutions focussed, agile and happy to try new things
Salary
£38,000-£40,000 pa
To Apply
Please click on the button above to send a cover letter with your CV, including a short overview of why you would like to work for The School of Life The interview process will include an initial phone call, a video interview and then an in-person presentation. Deadline for applications is 5pm, Monday 9th June
What you’ll get from us...
- To work with a diverse team of brilliant minds!
- A culture focused on growth & personal development
- £500 per year learning budget
- Hybrid working model with 2 days work in our office on Chancery Lane & use of other office spaces in the group
- Use of office gym, classes & sauna
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Up to 5 days per year unpaid holiday
- 1 extra holiday day per year of service (after 2 years service, capped at 3 additional days)
- Copies of all our newly released books
- Participation in The School of Life personal development sessions
- Enhanced Maternity pay
- Socials & Lunches