Senior Training & Instructional Designer

Version 1
Newcastle upon Tyne


For over 29 years, Version 1 has partnered with leading global brands to deliver digital, cloud, and enterprise application solutions that drive business success. We are proud to be recognised as: 

  • Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year (EMEA)
  • Microsoft Global Partner of the Year (Modernising Applications)
  • AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year (EMEA)
  • One of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland

With 3,700+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m , Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.

Job Description



Senior Training & Instructional Designer

YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR CTC CLEARANCE. TO BE ELIGIBLE, YOU NEED TO HAVE LIVED IN THE UK FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS.

Design Learning That Actually Drives Change

At Version 1, we don’t create training for the sake of it — we design learning that enables organisations to successfully adopt complex technology and transform how they work.

We’re looking for a Senior Training & Instructional Designer who can take the lead in crafting engaging, high-quality learning experiences across large-scale digital and Oracle Cloud transformation programmes.

This is a role for someone who combines creativity with structure, and design flair with real business impact.

What Makes This Role Different?

You won’t just be building slide decks.

You’ll be:

  • Translating complex transformation programmes into clear, compelling learning journeys
  • Influencing how users adopt new systems and processes at scale
  • Setting the standard for learning design quality across major programmes
  • Working alongside some of the most experienced Oracle consultants in the market

What You’ll Be Doing

Create Best-in-Class Learning Experiences

  • Design and develop high-quality learning assets including:
    • Visually engaging slide decks and facilitator guides
    • User guides and Quick Reference Guides (QRGs)
    • Storyboards, scripts, and structured learning plans
  • Turn complex content into simple, intuitive, user-friendly learning

Lead Modern Learning Design

  • Build impactful:
    • eLearning modules
    • Microlearning content
    • Video-based learning
  • Apply modern instructional design principles to maximise engagement and retention

Own the Tools & Craft

  • Use your expertise in:
    • PowerPoint (advanced storytelling and visual design)
    • Authoring tools (Articulate, Captivate, video tools)
    • LMS / LXP platforms
  • Continuously raise the bar on how learning is designed and delivered

Set the Standard for Quality

  • Ensure all outputs are:
    • Clear, consistent, and accessible
    • Aligned to best practice and programme standards
  • Act as a quality benchmark across multi-designer teams

Collaborate & Lead

  • Partner with SMEs to extract and shape knowledge effectively
  • Mentor junior designers and provide meaningful, constructive feedback
  • Help evolve our learning design capability and standards

Additional Information



Why Version 1?

  • Be part of a global Oracle practice of 700+ specialists
  • Work on large-scale, enterprise Oracle Cloud programmes
  • Join an award-winning consultancy recognised for innovation and delivery excellence
  • Clear career progression, strong leadership support, and genuine investment in your growth
  • A culture that values expertise, autonomy, and doing things properly
  • Strong career progression & mentorship through our Strength in Balance and leadership programmes, including quarterly Pathways Career Development reviews
  • Significant training budget for certifications and further education. 
  • Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards & Call-Out recognition platform celebrating achievement. 
  • Moments that matter & enhanced maternity/paternity leave policies to support your journey. 
  • Active ESG & CSR initiatives , allowing you to give back through fundraising, volunteering, and diversity, inclusion & belonging programmes. 

Benefits include:

  • Quarterly performance-related profit share
  • Hybrid / Remote working flexibility
  • Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover
  • Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running

This is hybrid based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.

Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)

+447840839370

#LI-AB1

#LI-Hybrid

We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers 

Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1, get in touch with us directly! 

Posted 2026-03-17

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