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United Kingdom · Learning and development · Entry Level (0-2 years)

Learning Systems Coordinator

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  • Experience bandEntry Level (0-2 years)
  • Direct reportsNo direct reports
  • Reports toLearning Systems Analyst
  • UK framework levelUsually someone starting out, or keeping a process running

Also advertised as L&D Operations Assistant · Learning Administrator · Learning Platform Support Specialist

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1From this job to a course

The qualifications matched to this job

GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 3 Certificate in Learning and Development GQA Qualifications Limited · Level 3 · covers 3 of 17 standards
ProQual Level 3 Award in Providing Initial Legal Advice ProQual Awarding Body · Level 3 · covers 3 of 17 standards
Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (RQF) Focus Awards Limited · Level 3 · covers 2 of 17 standards
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance NCFE · Level 2 · covers 1 of 17 standards
TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF) Training Qualifications UK Ltd · Level 3 · covers 1 of 17 standards
OCNLR Level 2 Award in Information, Advice or Guidance OCN London · Level 2 · covers 1 of 17 standards

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The units you would start with

Identify individual learning and development needs GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 3 Certificate in Learning and Development
Providing initial legal advice in consumer law ProQual Level 3 Award in Providing Initial Legal Advice
Provide learning opportunities for colleagues Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (RQF)
Specialist advice work in practice – employment NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance
Support learning and development within own area of responsibility TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (RQF)
Specialist Advice Work in Practice - Employment OCNLR Level 2 Award in Information, Advice or Guidance

The future skills this job leans on

AI Fluency working with AI as a thinking partner
Data Fluency turning numbers into a decision
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6 units that map to this job, from the qualifications that cover it.

  1. Identify individual learning and development needs GQA Qualifications Limited · covers 3 of 17 standards Level 3
  2. Providing initial legal advice in consumer law ProQual Awarding Body · covers 3 of 17 standards Level 3
  3. Provide learning opportunities for colleagues Focus Awards Limited · covers 2 of 17 standards Level 3
  4. Specialist advice work in practice – employment NCFE · covers 1 of 17 standards Level 2
  5. Support learning and development within own area of responsibility Training Qualifications UK Ltd · covers 1 of 17 standards Level 3
  6. Specialist Advice Work in Practice - Employment OCN London · covers 1 of 17 standards Level 2
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2AI and this work

Will AI change your work as a Learning Systems Coordinator?

Nobody can say exactly how. Here is what this job is being asked for next, and where to start.

The new skills this role is being asked for

  • Basic xAPI Understanding
  • AI for Basic Support & Content Curation
Why each one is rising

The future skills this job leans on

We'll only ever tell you what we can actually back up. No hype, no scare tactics.

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3What this role really is

This job keeps learning platforms running smoothly for the people who use them. You are the first point of contact for learners needing help, and the person who makes sure new content gets uploaded correctly. It means keeping the digital learning system in order, so colleagues can access the training they need without a fuss.

4What you'd actually use

The tools this job runs on, and how well you'd need to know each one.

Learning Experience Platform (LXP) / LMS (e.g., Degreed, Cornerstone OnDemand) Intermediate

Managing user accounts, troubleshooting learner access, configuring course catalogues, uploading content packages, running standard completion reports.

Content Authoring Suite (e.g., Articulate 360) Basic

Publishing pre-built courses, performing minor text or image edits when instructed, ensuring SCORM/xAPI packages are correctly configured for the LXP/LMS.

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace (Excel/Sheets, Word/Docs, PowerPoint/Slides) Intermediate

Managing user lists in spreadsheets, drafting user guides, creating simple presentations for team updates, general document creation.

Helpdesk/Ticketing System (e.g., Jira Service Management, Zendesk) Intermediate

Logging, tracking, and resolving learner support tickets, escalating issues, communicating with users.

Collaboration & Documentation Tools (e.g., Confluence, Notion) Intermediate

Updating system processes, creating user guides, maintaining project status pages based on team input, sharing information.

5What you get to decide, and how that grows

Power in a job isn't your title. It's what you're allowed to decide. Here's how it grows as you move up.

The choiceComing in Where you are nowThe step above
User Account Management (Creation/Modification) Execute based on HR requests, escalate any discrepancies or complex issues to Learning Systems Analyst. Independently manage routine user changes, troubleshoot sync errors, propose process improvements. Design and implement automated provisioning workflows, define data governance rules for user data.
Learner Support Issue Resolution Resolve Tier 1 issues using existing knowledge base, escalate Tier 2+ issues to Learning Systems Analyst. Independently resolve most Tier 1/2 issues, update knowledge base with new solutions, identify recurring problems. Lead complex troubleshooting, define support SLAs, mentor junior team members on support best practices.
Content Upload & Configuration Upload content following detailed instructions and checklists, seek approval for any non-standard configurations. Independently configure standard content, advise instructional designers on best practices, troubleshoot publishing errors. Design content architecture, establish content governance, manage content integration with external providers.
Reporting & Data Extraction Run pre-defined reports, extract data using existing templates, escalate requests for new report types. Create custom reports, build basic dashboards, connect to new data sources via API (with guidance). Define learning analytics requirements, integrate LRS data with business intelligence tools, train others on data analysis.

6How you'll be judged

The scoreboard, and what is not on it. The hard targets, how often each is actually looked at, and the quiet signals that never reach a dashboard.

System Uptime & Availability
Ensuring our core learning platforms are accessible and working as expected for all users.
Target · >98% uptime for critical learning paths

If a key course is unavailable for 4 hours in a month, that's a 0.5% downtime. We want to avoid that for crucial learning.

Learner Support Ticket Resolution Rate
How quickly and effectively you resolve common user issues, like login problems or course access.
Target · Resolve 90% of Tier 1 tickets within 24 business hours

You get 50 tickets in a week. If you close 45 of them within a day, you're hitting the target. The remaining 5 might need escalation.

Content Upload Accuracy
Making sure new courses and learning resources are uploaded and configured correctly, without errors.
Target · <1% error rate in content uploads and configuration

Out of 100 new content items uploaded, you should have no more than one where the SCORM package is broken or the wrong audience is assigned.

User Data Synchronisation Accuracy
Keeping learner profiles and group assignments up-to-date and accurate across systems.
Target · <0.5% discrepancy rate in HRIS to LXP user data

If we audit 200 user profiles, we'd expect to find no more than one or two where the department or manager is incorrect in the LXP compared to HRIS.

Learner Satisfaction with Support
How happy our colleagues are with the help you provide when they encounter a problem.
  • Positive feedback in helpdesk surveys (e.g., 'solved my problem quickly', 'very helpful and clear'), low repeat contact rates for the same issue, positive comments during team stand-ups about your helpfulness.
Documentation Clarity & Usefulness
The quality of the user guides and process documents you help create or update.
  • Team members (and learners) actively using your documentation instead of asking you directly, positive feedback from colleagues during reviews, clear and concise writing that avoids jargon, documents are easy to find.
Team Collaboration & Communication
How well you work with the rest of the L&D team and other departments, keeping everyone in the loop.
  • Proactively sharing updates on issues, asking for help when you need it, contributing constructively in team meetings, clear and timely communication with your manager about ongoing tasks and potential roadblocks, colleagues saying you're easy to work with.

7Would you like it

Both sides. What people enjoy, and what grinds them down.

What people enjoy
Helping Others Succeed

You'll get a real kick out of resolving a learner's issue and getting them back on track with their training. Seeing positive feedback on your support tickets will genuinely make your day.

A colleague emails saying they're stuck on a critical compliance course. You quickly help them reset their password and get them back in, knowing you've helped them meet an important deadline.

Working with Technology

You enjoy spending your day in various software platforms, learning their quirks, and figuring out how to make them work better. You're happy to dig into settings and configurations.

You're excited to learn the ins and outs of our new LXP, exploring all its features and understanding how different content types are managed.

Structured & Predictable Work

While there are always new issues, a good portion of your day involves following established processes for user management, content uploads, and reporting. You appreciate having clear guidelines.

You enjoy the routine of the weekly content upload schedule, knowing exactly what steps to follow to get new courses live without a hitch.

What frustrates people
  • Dealing with learners who haven't read the instructions (again!)
  • Waiting for vendor support to get back to you on a tricky issue
  • Doing manual data entry because an integration isn't quite right
  • The 'urgent' request that turns out to be not so urgent after all
  • Having to explain the same basic system function multiple times
What this role does not give you
  • The chance to design new learning programmes from scratch
  • High-level strategic decision-making about learning technology direction
  • A role where you're constantly building complex new integrations
  • A quiet, uninterrupted environment (support requests pop up!)

8Who you work with

Your work directly impacts how easily our 1,500+ employees can access and complete their training. If the systems are clunky or broken, people get frustrated, and their development stalls. When you keep things ticking over, you're helping everyone learn faster and more effectively, which ultimately means a more skilled and capable workforce. It's not glamorous, but it's absolutely essential.

Inside the business
  • All Employees (our learners)
  • L&D Content Creators (Instructional Designers, Programme Managers)
  • HR Operations Team (for user data, onboarding/offboarding)
  • IT Helpdesk (for system issues beyond L&D scope)
Outside the business
  • LMS/LXP Vendor Support (when we need their help)

9What you need before you start

Not a wish list. The things you would be expected to already have.

  • Experience in a customer service or helpdesk role, where you regularly helped people with technical or process-related queries.
  • A solid grasp of basic IT literacy – you're comfortable with different software, web browsers, and general computer troubleshooting.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and work methodically, ensuring accuracy in repetitive tasks.
  • A genuine interest in technology and how it can support learning and development.

10What to practise next

Where the job is going, and what to do about it starting this week.

Advanced LXP/LMS Configuration

Once you've mastered the basics, you'll start to understand how to tweak and customise the platform more deeply to meet specific business needs, rather than just following a template.

User Groups & Audiences · Learning Paths & Curations · System Integrations (Monitoring)

  • This quarter: Shadow the Learning Systems Analyst when they're doing more complex configurations or setting up new learning paths.
  • Next quarter: Take an online course or vendor-specific training on advanced LXP/LMS administration.
  • Month 6: Take ownership of a small, defined configuration project, with guidance.

Quick win: Ask to be involved in platform update discussions. Volunteer to test new features before they go live.

11Staying current once you are in

What people here do to keep up
  • Take online courses on platforms like LinkedIn Learning or Coursera covering L&D basics, customer service skills, or specific software administration.
  • Attend webinars or virtual conferences on learning technology trends (many are free!).
  • Join relevant online communities or forums to learn from other L&D professionals.
  • Shadow more experienced team members to see how they handle complex issues and configurations.

12The rising capability

The rising capability

Zavmo analysis

What's rising in its place

This is where the work is heading, and the higher pay with it. Get fluent here and the shift stops being a threat and starts being your edge.

Basic xAPI Understanding

SCORM, the old way of tracking learning, is a bit like a dusty old library card system. xAPI is the modern, flexible way to track all sorts of learning, not just formal courses. It's becoming the standard for richer learning data.

  • Verbs and Objects
  • Learning Record Store (LRS)
  • Activity Providers

AI for Basic Support & Content Curation

AI is already helping people answer questions faster and summarise information. For a coordinator, this means less time on repetitive tasks and more time on valuable interactions. It's about working smarter, not harder.

  • Prompt Engineering (Basic)
  • AI-Assisted Summarisation
  • Content Discovery

13What you’ll use

What you’ll use

Skills this role draws on

Technical

  • Learning Platform Administration (LMS/LXP)
  • Data Entry & Accuracy
  • Basic Reporting & Data Extraction
  • Digital Content Management

14The pathway

The pathway

How you actually get there, here

How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.

  1. 1

    Customer Service / Helpdesk Specialist

    1-2 years

    Skills to master

    • Excellent communication, troubleshooting techniques, managing user expectations, ticket management systems.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Consistently high customer satisfaction scores in previous roles.
    • Demonstrated ability to resolve common technical issues independently.
    • Experience escalating complex problems effectively to senior colleagues.
  2. 2

    Office Administrator / Operations Assistant

    1-2 years

    Skills to master

    • Organisational skills, data entry accuracy, managing multiple tasks, using various office software, process adherence.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Proven track record of accurate data management and record-keeping.
    • Experience with system administration for internal tools (e.g., HRIS, CRM light).
    • Ability to follow and improve operational procedures.
  3. 3

    Junior IT Support Technician

    0-1 year

    Skills to master

    • Technical troubleshooting across hardware and software, network basics, user account management, IT security awareness.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Strong grasp of IT fundamentals and problem-solving methodologies.
    • Experience with ticketing systems and remote support tools.
    • A clear interest in specialising in learning technology rather than general IT.

15Where this role leads

The long view: This role can lead to system architecture work, or to managing learning technology at a senior level.

The ten Future Fluencies

Zavmo analysis

The credential is what you can do today. These are what keep you valuable.

A qualification proves you can do the job as it's defined today. These ten are what decide whether you're still the obvious person for it in five years. They're the capabilities employers are now writing into senior roles faster than people are learning them. Zavmo weaves them through whatever you study, so you come out with both: the credential and the fluency.

The highlighted ones are the Fluencies your role leans on hardest, from how Learning Systems Coordinator is actually changing.

Where it leads

Roles this leads to

The record names a next step, but the catalogue has no page for it yet:

  • Learning Systems Analyst (L2)
  • Senior Learning Systems Analyst (L3)

How you would learn this

One to one, on the work you already do

A tutor sets the task against your own job and marks the reasoning, at your pace. There is no cohort to fall behind.

A lesson from Identify individual learning and development needs, worked against Learning Systems Coordinator.

Identify individual learning and development needs Level 3

Applied to your work in Learning Systems Coordinator

This unit aims to enable learners to understand the principles of learning needs analysis and develop the skills to conduct thorough analyses for individuals. Learners will be able to identify learning gaps, development areas, and agree on individual learning and development needs with relevant parties.

How the thinking builds
  1. 1 Remember
  2. 2 Understand
  3. 3 Apply
  4. 4 Analyse
  5. 5 Evaluate
  6. 6 Create
An illustration of a Zavmo lesson, built from this role’s own route. The unit, its objective and every criterion above are the awarding body’s own words, not an example.

It is £70 a month, billed monthly. Your free first module is Future Fluency, and you can cancel any time.

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Learning Systems Coordinator
  • Learning Platform Administration (LMS/LXP)
  • Data Entry & Accuracy
  • Basic Reporting & Data Extraction
  • Digital Content Management
This is your Mind Palace on learn.zavmo.ai. Every skill above comes from this role's own record, not an example borrowed from another job. A node lights up when you evidence it, and what you build stays yours between jobs. That is the part a course cannot do.

16The detail, folded away

Everything else the record holds

The career branches in full, how AI is already showing up in the day-to-day, and the questions people ask about this job. Here when you want them, out of the way while you decide.

Where it leads next, rung by rung

Where it leads

The career path, and where it branches

Learning Systems Coordinator is a start, not a ceiling. Each step below asks for new skills and hands back more autonomy.

  1. Learning Systems Analyst (L2)

    2-3 years in the Coordinator role

    From L1 to L2

    • Advanced LXP/LMS Configuration Deep dives into platform settings, customising learning paths, managing integrations.
    • Basic Data Analysis & Dashboard Creation Building simple dashboards and connecting to new data sources (with guidance).
    • Automation Workflow Monitoring & Troubleshooting Understanding and fixing issues in existing Zapier/Workato workflows.

  2. Senior Learning Systems Analyst (L3)

    3-5 years total (Coordinator + Analyst)

    From L2 to L3

    • Integration Design & Build (Point-to-Point) Designing and building simpler integrations using iPaaS tools.
    • Advanced Learning Analytics Creating complex data models and interactive dashboards to measure learning impact.
    • Content Strategy Support Advising instructional designers on technical limitations and best practices for content creation.
Working with AI on the job

Working with AI

Where AI is starting to help

Imagine having a super-smart assistant that handles the fiddly, repetitive bits of your job. That's what AI can do for a Learning Systems Coordinator. It's not about replacing you; it's about freeing you up from the mundane so you can focus on helping learners and learning new skills.

In this role, you're often dealing with lots of similar queries, data entry, and making sure documentation is spot on. AI tools are getting incredibly good at taking on these types of tasks, giving you back precious time and making your work much smoother. We're talking about making your day-to-day much more efficient.

Automated Learner Support Responses

Use AI to draft quick, accurate answers to common learner questions (e.g., 'how do I reset my password?'). It learns from our knowledge base, so you're not typing out the same reply repeatedly. You'll just review and send, saving loads of time.

Smart Content Tagging & Categorisation

Feed new course descriptions into an AI, and it'll suggest relevant tags, categories, and audiences. This helps keep our content organised, makes it easier for learners to find, and saves you the manual effort of tagging everything yourself.

Basic Report Generation & Summaries

Instead of manually pulling numbers and writing summaries, AI can take raw data from your LXP/LMS and generate initial drafts of reports on course completions or user engagement. You'll then refine them, adding your insights.

Documentation Drafting & Updates

Need to update a user guide or create a new process document? AI can help draft the initial text, summarise existing information, and even suggest improvements for clarity. It's a massive help for keeping our knowledge base current.

Common questions

Common questions

How do you become a Learning Systems Coordinator?

Common routes in include Customer Service / Helpdesk Specialist (1-2 years), Office Administrator / Operations Assistant (1-2 years) and Junior IT Support Technician (0-1 year). Times vary with prior experience.

Where can a Learning Systems Coordinator progress to?

This role can lead on to Learning Systems Analyst (2-3 years in the Coordinator role) and Senior Learning Systems Analyst (3-5 years total (Coordinator + Analyst)), depending on the skills you build.

What new skills matter most for a Learning Systems Coordinator?

Increasingly, Basic xAPI Understanding and AI for Basic Support & Content Curation. These are the skills our record of this role lists as growing.

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17Where to go from here

Other roles at Level 2

Same depth of qualification, different job. Useful if the work appeals but this particular role does not.

 More jobs in learning and development

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If you leave this industry

The skills built in this role, system administration, data management, user support, and understanding learning technology, are transferable. This work can lead into broader HR technology roles, IT support management, or EdTech product support and implementation at a vendor.

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