Curriculum and Instructional Designers / Developers

A Curriculum and Instructional Designer or Developer designs and develops instructional materials or curriculum for teachers. Analyses what is needed for students, identifies learning objectives, and designs the content and format of instructional material. Uses instructional design to create instructional materials, which may include text, electronic and visual material. Works for a school or college or for an education, software or publishing company.

About this Career

Average Salary

£28,834

New workers start at around £12,192. Normal pay is £28,834 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £61,395

Annual Openings

39

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

  • Prepares reports on schools concerning teaching standards, educational standards being achieved, the spiritual, moral and social development of pupils, resource management etc.
  • Observes teaching, assesses learning level and discusses any apparent faults with teachers, heads of department and head teachers.
  • Arranges for the provision of school medical and meals services.
  • Verifies that school buildings are adequately maintained.
  • Appoints and controls teaching staff.
  • Plans and advises on the provision of special schools for children with physical or learning disabilities.
  • Advises on all aspects of education and ensures that all statutory educational requirements are being met.

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills Importance
Learning Strategies 86%
Monitoring 84%
Active Listening 76%
Active Learning 73%
Critical Thinking 73%
Reading Comprehension 72%
Speaking 71%
Writing 71%
Mathematics 58%
Science 37%

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