We've now received more than 330 Google reviews for Instinct, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5. We're obviously very pleased with that. But when we looked through some of the reviews recently, something else stood out: The vast majority come from candidates and contractors we've worked with - some recently, and some…
Every year we publish our Salary & Rate Guide to help learning leaders, hiring managers and talent teams understand what's happening across the learning market. Our 2026 guide has just been released, bringing together salary benchmarks, contract rates and hiring insights from across the market, based on the conversations we're having every day with clients, candidates and contractors across the Private Sector, Education, and…
In the competitive world of digital learning, finding the right talent can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. You’re probably aware that you need a skilled and creative individual, but just how do you write a job description that outlines the role while attracting top-tier talent? These days, a generic job description…
When applying for a new designer job, the secret to standing out from the crowd is to have a good CV. You might be a learning designer looking for your next step in your career, in which case, you’re probably wondering what makes a good instructional designer resume. Whatever your situation, crafting a CV that…
Digital learning platforms have become one of the most popular ways for companies, big and small, to educate their employees, customers and clients. But creating these platforms doesn’t come easily, with the right digital learning experts having to be hired to create such comprehensive courses. This hiring process is rarely straightforward, either, presenting several challenges…
Making Your CV Stand Out in 2025 The modern job market is more crowded and competitive than ever before, so standing out from every other candidate is crucial. The best way you can do this is by crafting a compelling CV that includes all the relevant details about your professional history and key skills. But…
For over 15 years, Instinct have worked closely with Universities, Colleges, Chartered Institutes, and Professional Education providers across the UK to support and consult on digital learning recruitment - from Instructional Designers and Learning Technologists to Data and AI specialists. Hiring challenges are always evolving, which is dependent on a number of factors. However, we’re…
Hiring candidates for digital learning jobs can be particularly challenging. Unlike other digital sectors, eLearning jobs require an established set of skills and qualifications that can be hard to come by in the competitive world of recruitment. But, taking time to hire the right candidate for the right role is essential since the opposite could…
