Digital Skills Trainer

Nottingham College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in England is seeking a Digital Trainer to lead technology training initiatives for staff. This role focuses on delivering engaging workshops, supporting the integration of Microsoft 365 into teaching practices, and fostering digital confidence. Ideal candidates will possess a strong knowledge of MS365 and experience in educational settings. The position offers a competitive salary of £29,390 to £33,602 per annum along with various benefits including professional development opportunities and 35 days annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

35 days annual leave

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts via Vivup App

Travel schemes including cycle to work

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering technology training workshops.
• Ability to create accessible and effective training materials.
• Passion for empowering others through technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging training workshops for diverse staff.
• Support curriculum teams to embed MS365 into teaching.
• Deliver workshops and coaching as part of the college program.
• Promote environmentally responsible technology usage.
• Stay current with MS365 updates for teaching opportunities.

Skills

Excellent working knowledge of the MS365 suite

Strong instructional design skills

Ability to explain technical concepts clearly

Outstanding communication skills

Experience in education settings

Job description

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

You’ll be at the forefront of our digital transformation, delivering the training and coaching that helps staff across Nottingham College unlock the fullยอด potential of Microsoft 365. Your role is to inspire, support and upskill colleagues—turning technical possibilities into practical classroom reality. Key challenges and opportunities include:

• Creating training that sticks – Develop engaging, accessible workshops and resources that work for diverse staff with varying confidence levels
• From theory to practice – Support curriculum teams to embed MS365 sustainably into their teaching, ensuring digital tools genuinely improve learning rather than just adding complexity
• Building digital confidence – Deliver workshops, 1:1 coaching and classroom training as part of our 'Nottingham College Digital Educator' programme
• Championing sustainability – Promote awareness of digital carbon footprint and help staff use technology in environmentally responsible ways
• Staying current – Keep pace with MS365 updates and new features, translating these into practical opportunities for teaching staff

What you’ll bring

We're looking for an inspirational trainer who can demystify technology and make people genuinely excited about using it. In a sentence: you’re technically proficient, pedagogically sound, and passionate about empowering others. Essential qualities:

• Excellent working knowledge of the MS365 suite and proven experience delivering technology training workshops
• Strong instructional design skills—you know how to create training materials that are accessible, inclusive and electionally effective
• The ability to explain technical concepts in plain English, adapting your approach to different confidence levels
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with genuine enthusiasm for building others' digital capabilities
• Experience working in an education setting—you understand the pressures and priorities of teaching staff

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: week commencing 26th January 2026

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £29,390 to £33,602 per annum FTE. (This will be pro‑rata for part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 werde holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

Apply

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here. Visit Nottingham College – CurrentVacancies to apply.