E Learning Developer

Job summary

E Learning Developer

£45,000 per annum

Bedford

9 Month FTC

Hybrid Working

Ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as our E Learning Developer. This is your chance to play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK build stronger financial futures and to do it as part of a supportive, energetic team.

Why this role matters?

The eLearning Developer will play a key role in the delivery of the Money Guiders eLearning Transformation Project, a time-bound programme delivering a major migration of the existing eLearning catalogue to a new learning platform and authoring environment, primarily Articulate Rise, with completion planned by mid-2027.

This significant transformation programme will modernise and enhance a learning portfolio comprising more than 34 modules, over 20 hours of learning content, assessments, multimedia assets and supporting resources, while improving learner engagement, accessibility, quality and consistency.

Working as part of the Learning Design team, the postholder will support the review, redesign, redevelopment, testing and quality assurance of learning content and assets. They will contribute to improving the learner experience, ensuring content meets accessibility standards, reflects current best practice in eLearning, and aligns with agreed build and quality standards.

The role is focused on the hands-on development and delivery of eLearning content and will work closely with the Project Manager, Learning Designers, Digital Learning Coordinator, Subject Matter Experts and other stakeholders. The postholder will help ensure the successful and timely delivery of the transformed catalogue, supporting the programme's objectives and contributing to the launch of a modernised eLearning offer.

The role supports a national training offer delivered to a wide network of external organisations and practitioners across the UK, designed to improve their understanding, skills, and confidence

Job description

eLearning Content Review and Transformation

• Review existing learning content and supporting assets to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Rebuild existing learning content using Articulate Rise and other agreed authoring tools.
• Apply defined design standards, templates, brand and build guidelines to ensure consistency across the catalogue.
• Implement approved changes relating to content accuracy, accessibility, learner engagement and experience.
• Update assessments, knowledge checks, scenarios and learner resources.
• Support the migration of content from legacy platforms and authoring tools into the new learning environment.
• Produce and maintain supporting documentation including storyboards, content mapping documents and build records.
• Ensure all output aligns with agreed learning objectives and learner needs.
• Create engaging eLearning experiences using a range of authoring tools and digital media.
• Format and structure content effectively for online delivery.
• Source, adapt and manage approved visual assets, using Photoshop and Illustrator to create, edit and optimise eLearning graphics and media.
• Apply accessibility good practice, including alternative text, appropriate colour contrast, clear navigation and screen reader compatibility.
• Support the implementation of branding standards across all eLearning products.
• Work alongside specialist providers and colleagues where new assets such as graphics, animations or media are required.

Collaboration and Delivery

• Work collaboratively within the project team to deliver agreed priorities and deadlines.
• Liaise with Learning Designers, SMEs and reviewers to gather feedback and implement required updates.
• Participate in content reviews, project meetings and quality checkpoints.
• Follow agreed project processes, version control requirements and ways of working.
• Contribute ideas for improving learning content and eLearning experiences.
• Provide regular updates on progress, risks and delivery requirements

Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement

• Complete quality assurance reviews of eLearning content against agreed standards.
• Support accessibility and usability reviews of eLearning products.
• Test learning content across different devices and platforms to identify issues prior to release.
• Resolve defects and implement feedback arising from internal review and testing activities.
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and consistency across all learning outputs.
• Stay up to date with developments in eLearning design and learning technologies.

Person specification

Essential

1. Demonstrable experience developing, building and maintaining interactive eLearning content using Articulate 360, with strong hands-on expertise in Articulate Rise.
2. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, particularly Photoshop, and Illustrator to create, edit and optimise eLearning assets.
3. Experience applying instructional design principles to transform existing content into engaging, accessible and learner-centred learning experiences.
4. Knowledge of eLearning standards and accessibility requirements, including WCAG, with experience implementing accessible and inclusive design practices in online learning content.
5. Experience working collaboratively with project teams, subject matter experts and stakeholders to deliver high-quality eLearning content, with strong organisation skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities to agreed deadlines.

Desirable

1. Experience working in a regulated, educational, public sector or professional development environment.
2. Experience using Adobe Premiere Pro to edit and optimise video and audio content for eLearning.
3. Familiarity with LMS/LXPs and digital learning technologies, including an understanding of SCORM, xAPI, cmi5 and other learning standards

Benefits

About Us
The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values:

• Caring
  We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform.
• Connecting
  We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
• Transforming
  We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact.

Our Inclusive Working Environment
By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health, ethnicity, and diversity.

What We Offer

• Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
• Recognition Scheme
• Discounts portal to numerous retailers

Flexible Working
At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per month. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Step 1: Submit Your Application

Open: 12/10/2026 , Deadline: 26/10/2026

To apply, please submit the following documents:

1. Your most up-to-date CV
2. A cover letter (maximum 1,000 words). Please structure your cover letter in two parts:

Part 1 – Motivation and fit. Explain why you are interested in this role and how your experience and values align with it.

Part 2 – Essential Criteria. Using the five Essential Criteria as headings, provide concise examples that demonstrate your judgement, level of responsibility and impact

Step 2: Telephone Interview

Between 12/10/2026 – 30/10/2026

If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a telephone interview with one of our recruiters. This is an opportunity to:

• Discuss your experience in more detail
• Learn more about the role and our organisation
• Ask any questions you may have

Step 3: Final Stage Interview

Hosted on W/c 16/11/2026

Successful candidates from the telephone interview will be invited to attend a remote interview over Microsoft Teams. This stage will include:

• A short walkthrough of a recent piece of eLearning content you have designed and developed.
• A structured interview with competency based questions

We follow fair, open, and merit‑based recruitment in line with the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles.

Although this is a 9 month fixed term contract there may be potential for this role to turn permanent in the future

Job Reference: MaPS01347

Close Date: 26/10/2026

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a basic (or equivalent) criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

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Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

• Name : sophie rigney
• Email : sophie.rigney@reed.com
• Telephone : sophie.rigney@reed.com

Recruitment team

• Email : sophie.rigney@reed.com