Head of Learning
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Position Overview & Specifications
The role:
As the Head of Learning your role is to lead the planning and implementation of NXTLVLβs learning principles, establish a clear and purposeful learning platform, curriculum, content, structure and sessions. We are looking for someone to play an active role in the strategic development of NXTLVL as a concept and take full ownership for the quality of the material delivered. This role reports directly to the founders and works closely with Game Design, Facilitation and Marketing teams.
What youβll do:
Define pedagogy, curriculum framework, session structures and programme development as per the NXTLVL vision.
Overall responsibility for the quality of the NXTLVL programme delivery from defining the Pedagogy, Learning Objectives and measuring their impact.
Work side by side with talented learning experts, game designers, software engineers, and product managers to bring research-informed product features to life.
Working together with the Head of Facilitation and assisting in training and managing the performance of the NXTLVL facilitators.
Help communicate the science behind the NXTLVL methodology to our users (children) customers (parents), partners and a wider audience.
Provide input to new product initiatives to enhance the childrenβs engagement and learning.
You have:
A strong passion and experience for children's education, particularly in the areas of soft skills and mental models.
Masters/Phd in Education or other relevant field.
>5 Years of Experience as Academic / Curriculum design within an edtech company or renowned educational institution.
Deep knowledge of Pedagogical and Educational Programme design.
Willingness to be flexible switching among initiatives depending on the project team needs as well as work independently and on teams.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Leadership and mentoring skills.
Nice-to-have
Experience at early-stage/ fast-growing edtech startup.
Experience with game-based learning and remote facilitation.
Passionate about preparing our kids for an unpredictable future!
We offer:
- Competitive salary.
- Generous stock option plan.
- Hybrid or remote way-of-working.
- Exciting startup environment.
- A unique opportunity to play an important role in preparing our kids for the future!
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of Learning roles across NXTLVL EDUCATION LTD's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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