Instructional Design Developer at Crown Prosecution Service, Remote, 3 Months, £Contract Rate

The CPS prosecutes criminal cases that have been investigated by the police and other investigative organisations in England and Wales. The CPS is independent, and they make their decisions independently of the police and government.

Their duty is to make sure that the right person is prosecuted for the right offence, and to bring offenders to justice wherever possible.

The CPS are passionate about ensuring that they are a top-performing organisation and a great place to work. They are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and creating a culture where everyone can bring their whole self to work, and individuality is truly appreciated. Find Your Purpose - Join the CPS and have a future that matters.

As a Instructional Design Developer, your main responsibilities will be:

• Apply the ADDIE instructional design model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation) to design, develop and evaluate effective learning solutions.
• Design and develop high-quality digital, blended and classroom-based learning interventions aligned to organisational and business needs.
• Analyse learning requirements and performance gaps to identify the most effective learning approach.
• Translate complex, technical and legal information into engaging, structured and learner-focused content.
• Develop interactive eLearning solutions using Articulate 360, including Storyline and Rise.
• Create engaging multimedia learning assets using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Design visual assets, animations, motion graphics and video content that enhance learner engagement and knowledge retention.
• Edit and optimise audio and video content for inclusion in learning products.
• Produce instructional design documentation including learning specifications, storyboards, scripts, assessment plans, templates and development standards.
• Contribute to curriculum design by developing learning pathways, sequencing content and defining assessment and evaluation approaches.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather requirements, validate content and ensure learning objectives are achieved.
• Ensure all learning solutions meet accessibility, inclusion and quality standards.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness using learner feedback, data and performance insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Share instructional design best practice, tools, templates and guidance across the Learning & Development team.
• Manage multiple projects and learning outputs to agreed timelines, quality standards and Statements of Work.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels and communicate recommendations with confidenceand impact.

Essential:

• Experience as an Instructional Designer, Learning Experience Designer or Instructional Design Developer.
• Strong application of the ADDIE methodology, including learning needs analysis, learning design and evaluation.
• Proven experience designing and developing digital and blended learning solutions.
• Good understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies and learner engagement techniques.
• Experience developing eLearning content using Articulate Storyline and Rise.
• Experience creating multimedia learning assets using Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Ability to translate complex technical, operational or legal information into engaging and accessible learning experiences.
• Experience designing curricula, learning pathways and assessments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working with subject matter experts and senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive learning design.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Desirable:

• Experience designing learning solutions within the public sector, legal profession or other regulated environments.
• Knowledge of learning evaluation methodologies (e.g. Kirkpatrick) and experience using LMS and learning technologies.
• Relevant qualification in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Education or Learning Technologies, with experience developing scenario-based or simulation learning being advantageous.