Apprentice Online Training Designer 24 Months FTC

Level 5 Digital Learning Designer Apprenticeship Hemel Hempstead 24 Month FTC

Are you creative technically curious and interested in how people learn

We are looking for an Apprentice Online Training Designer to join our Global Training team to help develop the next generation of digital learning solutions used by colleagues around the world.

This is a 24-month fixed-term contract based on-site in Hemel Hempstead. As a result our strong preference is for candidates who are local to Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding areas start date of 14th September. 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for design multimedia animation digital content creation or learning technology who wants to build a career in digital learning and instructional design while studying towards a Level 5 Digital Learning Designer Apprenticeship.

Youll gain hands-on experience creating engaging online training working with modern e-learning technologies and collaborating with technical experts from a global technology business.

What Youll Be Doing

Working alongside experienced digital learning professionals youll support the design development and maintenance of online training programmes for a global audience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the design and development of online learning modules using e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline.
• Creating storyboards and learner journeys that help transform technical information into engaging learning experiences.
• Supporting the creation of assessments quizzes and knowledge checks.
• Recording and editing audio for training content.
• Capturing and editing video content.
• Creating and enhancing images for use within digital learning solutions.
• Developing basic 3D assets and animations for interactive learning experiences.
• Working with AI-enabled tools to support content creation and learner engagement.
• Supporting the maintenance of learning content within our Learning Management System.
• Working with Subject Matter Experts and engineers to ensure training content remains accurate and effective.
• Analysing learner feedback and training metrics to support continuous improvement.

What Were Looking For

Were looking for someone who is creative enthusiastic and keen to learn.

What Will Make You Stand Out

The strongest applicants are likely to demonstrate:

• A genuine passion for digital design and learning technologies.
• Experience creating visual multimedia or animated content.
• An interest in animation video production graphic design or user experience.
• Evidence of creative projects coursework or personal portfolios.
• Curiosity about emerging technologies including AI and digital content creation tools.
• The ability to explain how design can improve the learner experience.

You do not need commercial experience. Were looking for potential creativity and a willingness to learn.

Why Join Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and security technology helping protect people and infrastructure around the world. Our solutions are used in airports ports borders defence and critical infrastructure environments globally.

This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to:

• Gain real-world experience within a global organisation.
• Learn from experienced digital learning professionals.
• Build technical skills across e-learning multimedia and instructional design.
• Complete a recognised Level 5 apprenticeship qualification.
• Develop a long-term career within digital learning instructional design training technology or multimedia development.

Qualifications :

• A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• An interest in digital learning design multimedia or content creation.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn new skills.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Relevant Qualifications:

Applicants are likely to have studied subjects such as:

A Levels

• Art & Design
• Graphic Communication
• Design & Technology
• Computer Science
• Media Studies

Level 3 Qualifications

• BTEC National Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production
• UAL Diploma or Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology (Animation)
• BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design
• UAL Diploma or Extended Diploma in Art Design & Communication
• T Level in Media Broadcast and Production

Additional Information :

Join us and well help build your career with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business both locally and globally. Youll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. Youll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation including but not limited to interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract