VTCT Skills is a leading vocational and technical awarding organisation, recognised for delivering high-quality qualifications and assessments across 17 diverse sectors from Hospitality and Catering and Hairdressing to Logistics and Early Years. As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our portfolio in Digital Technologies, and we are inviting skilled specialists to join us on this exciting journey.
We are preparing to launch a new suite of qualifications aligned to Ofqual Subject Sector Areas 6.1 – Digital technology (practitioners) and 6.2 – Digital technology (users).
To support this initiative, we are seeking passionate digital technology experts to help shape the direction and content of these qualifications. This is a contracted, flexible role, ideal for individuals who want to share their expertise alongside their current job. It’s a unique opportunity to play a key role in designing qualifications that will empower the next generation of digital professionals.
Specialisms we are looking for:
- IT Practitioner Skills (e.g. Coding, Computer science, Computing, Cyber security, Digital business services, Data; Information technology, Networking, Programming, Software development).
- IT User Skills (e.g. Digital skills, Internet safety, Using and interpreting data for life, study and in the workplace, Using IT systems.
Principal responsibilities:
- Collaborate with a team to design curriculum content for new digital qualifications.
- Develop innovative and inclusive assessment materials.
- Participate in training to support your role.
- Work to agreed timelines and deliver high-quality content.
Essential Criteria:
- Excellent English language and written communication skills.
- A relevant qualification in digital technologies, IT, or computing.
- At least 3 years of current, hands-on industry or teaching experience.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- No conflicts of interest related to this role.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience in qualification or resource development.
- Background in vocational education or training.
Benefits:
- Retail discount offers
- Wellbeing initiatives and support
- Emphasis on a positive work/life balance
- Holiday paid as you work allowing you to take time off when you want
- Flexibility to work around your schedule
- On the job training
If you would like more information before you apply, please email [email protected]. If you would like to apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter (optional) to [email protected] to start the application process. Once you have applied, we will get in touch after the advertising has closed to let you know if you have been shortlisted for interview. If you are not contacted after this time, you should assume you were not successful this time and due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to provide individualised feedback to all applicants.
The group of VTCT companies includes: the charity VTCT through which main Board business and governance is transacted; and EMS Ltd, t/a ITEC, a wholly owned trading subsidiary of VTCT.
Home-based
Variable depending on allocation. Discussed during interview
Worker contract/Zero Hours contract. Discussed during interview
Subject to Specialism
Qualification and Assessment Writing & Reviewing for Digital Technologies – Practitioners and Users
