Digital Trainer

Harrogate College are seeking a Digital Trainer to join us at an incredibly exciting time as we prepare to move into our brand-new, state‑of‑the‑art campus. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Digital Transformation, you will be a key player in ensuring our staff and students are ready to make the most of this cutting‑edge environment. Your role is to bridge the gap between our high‑tech new facilities and daily classroom practice, fostering a culture of digital curiosity and innovation across the college.

You will be responsible for researching and testing emerging technologies – including Generative AI, virtual classrooms, and immersive VR spaces – to ensure they are integrated effectively into our new learning zones. You will champion the ‘Access by Default’ principle, ensuring that the technology in our new buildings is inclusive and accessible to our diverse student body from day one. By collaborating with teaching teams, you will design and deliver training that turns these sophisticated digital tools into a natural part of the curriculum.

We are looking for an educator who can translate technical concepts into practical, high‑impact teaching strategies. As we transition into our new home, you should be a proactive problem‑solver who can inspire others to embrace change and new ways of working. If you are passionate about using world‑class facilities to improve educational outcomes and want to help shape the future of digital pedagogy in a modern setting, we would love to hear from you.

• Lead Digital Adoption:
  Support and empower staff and students to effectively use digital tools, fostering a culture of curiosity and experimentation across the college.
• Drive Innovation:
  Research and test‑drive emerging technologies, such as Generative AI and immersive VR spaces, to enhance teaching and learning.
• Deliver Expert Training:
  Design and provide training sessions that build digital confidence and make complex technology feel like a natural part of the curriculum.
• Champion Accessibility:
  Act as the voice for ‘Access by Default,’ ensuring all digital resources and tools are inclusive and accessible to our diverse community of learners.
• Collaborate across the group:
  Work closely with teaching teams and the wider Luminate Education Group to share best practices in Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL).

• A Digital Champion:
  You are a forward‑thinking educator with a strong grasp of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL). You have a passion for exploring emerging trends—such as Generative AI and immersive VR—and understanding how they can practically improve teaching and learning.
• An Expert Communicator:
  You have the unique ability to translate complex technical jargon into simple, actionable strategies. You lead with empathy and patience, ensuring that staff and students of all confidence levels feel supported and inspired to try new things.
• Inclusive and Student‑Focused:
  You are dedicated to ensuring that technology works for everyone. You understand how to design inclusive digital experiences and are committed to making sure our new facilities and tools are accessible to every member of our diverse college community.
• Adaptable and Collaborative:
  You thrive in fast‑paced environments and are excited by the prospect of moving into a state‑of‑the‑art campus. You are a natural problem‑solver and a restorative practitioner who enjoys working with others to turn big ideas into reality.

Annual Leave

• Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension Schemes With Generous Employer Contributions

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• People’s Pension Scheme

CPD Opportunities

• Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
• Qualifications Including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership And Management Courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Ple…