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About Us
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) boasts an illustrious heritage as Wales’ first university, established in 1828 by Royal Charter. We are honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as our Royal Patron.
Today, UWTSD supports over 16,000 students across six campuses in the UK—four in Wales and two in England—and maintains strong international education partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA, and more.
Our mission is to transform education and empower both individuals and communities. We pride ourselves on delivering excellence in student experience:
- 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
- 1st in Wales across 7 subject areas and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)
Our achievements are driven by the dedication and expertise of our team. Together, we are building on this strong foundation to become a leader in accessible higher education.
Commitment to Equality
As an Accredited Living Wage Employer, UWTSD affirms its commitment to fair pay. The Voluntary Living Wage (VLW) rate of £12.60/hour will be implemented starting 1st April 2025, with this role benefiting from an adjusted hourly rate of £13.96/hour.
The Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our digital learning team. The successful candidate will collaborate on creating innovative, professional, and engaging digital learning resources for platforms like the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Digital Services, academic staff, and subject matter experts (internal and external) to design high-quality digital learning content that meets user requirements.
- Leverage multimedia applications and conduct technical reviews and testing to ensure content accuracy and quality before publication.
- Ensure all learning materials align with University policies and guidelines, including standards on editorial style, pedagogy, accessibility, copyright, and intellectual property.
- Support project milestones and address challenges by identifying, resolving, or escalating issues as necessary.
- Upload content to online learning platforms, ensuring it adheres to agreed templates, specifications, and standards.
- Maintain professional development by staying informed about trends, practices, and benchmarks within the digital learning and higher education sectors.
About You:
We are looking for candidates with a proactive, positive, and adaptable attitude. You should be highly motivated, capable of working autonomously, and a team player. Key attributes include:
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to demonstrate initiative.
- Flexibility to cope with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- A personable approach in collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
Location:
This position is based at our Swansea or Carmarthen campus; however, the role requires flexibility, including working from home or other locations as needed.
Additional Information
- Annual Leave: 28 days plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days (pro rata).
- Staff Benefits: Learn more here: UWTSD Staff Benefits.
- Visa and Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under Home Office salary thresholds for skilled worker visas (Skilled Worker Visa Requirements).
Application Process:
Please note that CV submissions are not accepted. Applications will be assessed solely on the application form and accompanying supporting statement.
Key Dates:
- Closing Date: 25th July 2025 at 11:59 pm
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
Ready to join UWTSD and make a difference in education and learning? Apply today!