Learning/Instructional Designer - Digital Learning Programme Start: ASAP Rate: Up to £450/day (Inside IR35) Length: 6 months (initial) Location: Hybrid - primarily remote, with on-site attendance in Manchester once per week (Thursdays) IR35: Inside We are supporting a consultancy delivering into a major digital learning programme and are seeking an experienced Learning/Instructional Designer to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing pedagogically sound digital learning experiences that align with educational goals, accessibility standards, and product requirements. You will work closely with Product, UX, Editorial, and Learning Science colleagues to ensure learning content is engaging, accurate, and user-centred. Key responsibilities:Apply established learning theories (eg, Bloom''s Taxonomy, Constructivism) to shape instructional designCollaborate with UX and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with accessibility, usability, and engagement standardsUse learner feedback, analytics, and usability testing to refine learning content and interactionsBalance engagement methods (interactivity, gamification) with academic rigour and factual correctnessWork closely with Editorial teams to maintain consistency, clarity, and quality of contentExperience required:Strong background in learning design, instructional design, or digital educationExperience working with multidisciplinary teams including UX, Product, and EditorialAbility to use data,