Instructional Designer (6m FTC)

Make your mark at BRE!

Help BRE make buildings safer and more sustainable!

BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Instructional Designer to join our Learning and Development team on a six-month fixed-term contract. This role is central to developing high-quality digital learning experiences that enable colleagues to build technical capability and support BRE’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate technical and specialist subject matter into accessible, engaging digital learning.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across the business to extract key knowledge and learning outcomes.
• Design and develop digital training materials using tools such as Evolve and Synthesia.
• Use generative AI to support content design and accelerate course development.
• Build onboarding programmes and upskilling courses for technical and professional audiences.
• Ensure content is aligned with learning objectives, accessibility standards, and business needs.
• Contribute to the delivery of key learning projects that strengthen organisational capability.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

We’re seeking someone who can bring strong instructional design expertise and a passion for digital learning. The successful applicant will possess:

• Proven experience in designing and developing digital learning, ideally within a technical or corporate environment.
• Proficiency in digital authoring tools such as Evolve, Articulate Rise or Storyline, with a portfolio of work that demonstrates quality and creativity.
• Familiarity with AI-powered video tools like Synthesia, and a willingness to explore the use of generative AI in content creation.
• Strong grasp of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Ability to translate complex subject matter into accessible, structured learning experiences.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with a track record of working closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• An understanding of accessibility and inclusive design in digital learning.
  
  

BRE Benefits

At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, wellbeing, and career development.

Financial & Security Benefits

• Full-time equivalent salary of £43,000 (£21,500 pro-rata for the 6 month contract)
• Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
• Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
• Enhanced maternity package
  
  

Health & Wellbeing

• HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
• Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
  
  

Career Development

• Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
• Professional membership reimbursement
  
  

For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits

Work Location Options

Fully Remote – This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the UK.

Our Recruitment Process

Online Assessment

Shortly after you apply (within approximately 10 minutes), you’ll receive a link to complete an online assessment. This takes around 20 minutes and helps us better understand your skills and suitability.

Candidate Review – Week Commencing 5th May

Our specialist hiring team will review all applications and shortlist candidates. We’ll then update you on the outcome of your application.

First Stage Interviews – 12th to 26th May

If shortlisted, we will invite you to a virtual or in-person interview.

Second Stage Interviews – 27th May to 6th June

If successful in the first stage, you will be invited to a virtual or in-person second-stage interview.

Note to Employment Agencies

At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.

Equal Opportunities Statement

BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.

BRE contributes to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to built environment challenges. Our vision is to be the world-leading innovation, science, and data hub for the built environment. We’re ambitious in terms of quality and global scope. We want governments and commercial markets to recognise us and demand our services, products and solutions. We want to be world-class, innovative, science-led and provide solutions.