National Extension College
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Gloucester, Gloucestershire
E Learning Systems Coordinator
Overview
We have a fantastic opportunity to join us as a E Learning Systems Coordinator based in Cambridge. You will join us on a part time, permanent basis (full time working will be considered) and in return, you will receive a competitive salary depending on experience plus benefits. The National Extension College (NEC) is an educational charity based in Cambridge, which is part of the Open School Trust. NEC has provided tutor supported distance learning courses directly to learners for over 50 years, and also publishes learning resources for colleges and training providers. We offer fantastic benefits to our E Learning Systems Coordinator: - 23 days annual holiday (plus 4 days Xmas shutdown) - Healthcare - Group life scheme - Employee discount on NEC courses - Training and development opportunities Key duties of our E Learning Systems Coordinator: - Lead (or contribute)on projects related to NEC’s Learning Management System (learnnec) development upgrades, software integration and other improvements to the platform to enhance the learning experience and contribute to curriculum development (NB: currently NEC’s LMS is based on Moodle platform) - Promote and support the use of learnnec and other technologies (e.g. webinars) to staff, students and tutors providing training and evaluation and maximise teaching and learning - Ensure compliance with legislation including GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, Safeguarding and Accessibility - Work collaboratively with curriculum teams, marketing, student support, and IT colleagues and tutors in the design development and evaluation of teaching and learning - Provide day to day support with application systems, develop and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and application systems across key areas including education and quality compliance - Provide reports to management as requested - Provide cover for the Student Support team as required - Undertake other duties and responsibilities as appropriate since all staff are expected to work flexibly to respond to changing priorities and make sure that customer needs and business objectives are met What we are looking for in our ideal E Learning Systems Coordinator: - An expert in educational learning platforms and digital learning - A proactive and focused individual with drive and enthusiasm - A passion for education and the opportunities it presents to change lives, with a willingness to go above and beyond for NEC and its students - The communication skills to act as a bridge between technical and non-technical staff, and tutors - An enthusiasm to assist in the development of a learning technology strategy to support NEC’s wider business plans You will also possess the following skills and experience: Essential; - Experience of working on Learning Management System or Moodle eLearning Platform (learnnec) - Excellent English communication and presentation skills - both written and verbal - Demonstrate a knowledge of how digital learning differs from face to face education - Excellent attention to detail - Good time management and ability to work to deadlines - IT literate and willing to learn new systems, for example, learnnec, and research new systems and technology - Experience of working in a customer service and/or administration role Desirable; - Experience of designing, building and maintaining courses using a Moodle based platform; ideally being a Moodle guru, confident in its management and development - Good at problem solving - Good analytical skills - able to understand and present data and metrics to management If you have the skills required to become our E Learning Systems Coordinator , click ‘apply’ today to submit your CV and covering letter – we would love to hear from you Cover letter set out: - What appeals to you about the role? - The fundamental skills and experience you would be able to bring to the role? - The support and development you would need to be successful? - Current salary? - Notice period (if relevant)? - If you live outside of Cambridge, would travel be an issue (where applicable)? Please note, without a covering letter your application will not be considered. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89730191