English Language Online Programme Content Developer

Heriot-Watt University Student Union

. Line manage the English Language Online Programme Assistant .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeEdinburgh • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £38,448 - £48,337 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in online materials and content development, with a strong focus on English language teaching for international students. Proven ability to manage projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure quality assurance in educational content.

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Online Materials DevelopmentOnline Learning PlatformsEnglish Language TeachingQuality AssuranceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentAssessment DesignResearch and EditingPre-sessional Teaching ExperienceOnline Teaching

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationIndependent WorkEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Cambridge DELTATrinity DipTESOLTEAP Qualification

Industry Keywords

English Language Online ProgrammeStakeholder LiaisonQuality Assurance LeadHeriot-Watt UniversityPSE Programme

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Line manage the English Language Online Programme Assistant
Lead online development of materials and content by directing the English Language Online Assistant to suitable resources
Act as the key link between stakeholders in the HWU Online and PSE teams
Identify English language materials/content aligned with the existing PSE programme
Liaise between the Heriot-Watt Online team and PSE team leader on appropriate structure and content
Research, write, rewrite, edit, and test materials/content
Design assessments
Support quality assurance in liaison with Global College’s Quality Assurance Lead
Ensure deadlines are met and keep the project team fully informed
Undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post

Requirements

What you’ll need

A first degree in any field
One of: strong experience in online materials and content development; strong knowledge of online learning platforms; strong evidence of online teaching, specifically international students; Cambridge DELTA / Trinity DipTESOL; postgraduate Master’s degree in any field; significant Pre-sessional experience
Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
TEAP qualification and/or membership of a relevant professional body (desirable)
Experience of pre-sessional English language teaching (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working patterns, including part-time working and job share options
Total rewards/benefits package provided by Heriot-Watt University
Equality, diversity, and inclusion commitment