Instructional Designer
15AI USED FOR15%moving to45%
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THE DOOR, 20 YRSB
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Instructional Designer
Learning and Training Development Officers play a pivotal role in shaping the skills and capabilities of the workforce, ensuring that individuals and teams are equipped to meet the demands of a rapidly changing job market. Their work not only enhances productivity but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement and lifelong learning across organizations in the UK and beyond.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and people want a real person for this. That preference is the protection. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Instructional DesignerIn this entry-level role, you will assist in the development of instructional materials and gain hands-on experience in designing learning experiences under the guidance of senior designers.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Instructional DesignerAs a mid-level designer, you will take on more complex projects, leading the design process and collaborating with various stakeholders to create comprehensive learning solutions.£35,000 - £45,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Instructional Designer/Head of Instructional DesignIn this peak role, you will oversee the instructional design team, set strategic direction for learning initiatives, and ensure alignment with organisational goals and educational standards.£55,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Physical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Recommended UK degrees
Real courses that qualify you for this career, from the same register that priced the degree above.
Physical EducationUniversity of Edinburgh · DegreePhysical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · DegreePrimary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · DegreePrimary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · DegreePrimary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · DegreeEducationQahe (Lm) Limited · Degree