Instructional Content Developer - 12 Month Fixed-term Contract

About the role

At Up Learn, we create world-class educational content, designed by dedicated teachers and subject experts, and informed by the latest research into cognitive science and instructional design. As a Content Developer, you will work closely with our experienced Learning Executives to produce educational graphics and videos, to bring our lessons to life. You will report to a Lead Content Developer, who will help you develop all the skills you need for the role.

About us

At Up Learn we use AI and cognitive science to ensure every student can achieve a top grade, regardless of their background. We guarantee students' academic success or their money back. 

Since launching in 2016 we’ve helped over 80,000 students, delivered over 10,000 scholarships to disadvantaged students, and achieved a 4.9* rating on Trustpilot. We’re a profitable start-up that has raised over £3m from exceptional investors including VC Forward Partners, the Chairman of Virgin, the Former Chairman and President of American Express, and the Branson family, to improve and expand our product. Our next big step is to take everything we’ve learned in creating A-Level content, and create brand new courses for GCSEs, expanding our reach to millions of new students every year.

We are operating in a multi-trillion dollar market with the opportunity to change the lives of millions and eventually billions of people every year. As we scale, our goal is to deliver the world’s best learning experience, and make Up Learn one of the best places to work in the world. Our goal is to get the 1.5 billion young people (3 billion by 2030) in education around the world to always be learning the core curriculum successfully and in the shortest possible time.

About you

You’re passionate about education and truly believe that it can change the world. You want to start or are looking to develop your career in an education company. You’re self-driven and eager to learn through your work. You’re a team player and thrive in a culture of feedback. You’re interested in working in a startup environment, where you can see the impact of your work first-hand.

What you will do in the next 12 months

• Collaborate with our team of former teachers and other subject experts to create interactive video lessons
• Contribute ideas and work in a team so that we can provide the best possible learning experience to students
• Learn principles and techniques for designing effective multimedia learning resources, as efficiently as possible
• Provide constructive feedback and support other content developers in their work

Requirements

This is an entry-level position, and we will help you learn and develop all of the skills you need for the role. That being said, here’s what we’re looking for. If you don’t meet all of the criteria below, but you still believe you’re the right person for the job, we strongly encourage you to apply. 

• Strong academic track record
  • Our current focus is on maths and sciences content, but we are interested in high performers in any discipline
  • Bachelor’s degree with grade 2.1 or above
• Outstanding communication skills
• Driven, ambitious and hungry to learn
  • Passion for education and improving students’ lives
  • Ability to thrive in a culture of feedback - giving and receiving it
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) or equivalent
• Full-time availability
  • Able to commute to our London office at least two days per week

Any experience creating multimedia materials or using design software is not required, but is definitely relevant! Please mention these in your cover letter if this describes you.

Benefits

• Full training for the role 

• £24,000 per annum 
• Bespoke career plans to help you develop all the skills you’ll need to progress in your future career
• The chance to define the future of education and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of thousands of students
• An excellent working environment in our spacious and bright private office in Old Street, with delicious coffee, a selection of teas and unlimited snacks and drinks
• Regular team outings like go-karting and bowling
• On-site activities such as book club and evening quizzes
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working policy - 2 days/week in the office
• We’ll provide all the necessary equipment, including noise-cancelling headphones, back-support and wrist support equipment.
• Pension scheme - we’ll contribute 4% (including tax relief) of your qualifying earnings on top of your own pension contribution
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Dental cover
• 26 days of bookable paid holiday per year
• Unlimited extra holidays
• All-inclusive annual company retreats to unique country-side venues
• Opportunity for extending contract/moving to a rolling contract