Learning and Development Lead - Curriculum Specialist in Fareham

Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in the Royal Navy's training modernisation programme, supporting instructors to deliver high-quality, engaging and effective learning. You'll provide expert guidance to help develop active, evidence-based teaching approaches, while championing inclusive, flexible and technology-enhanced training that meets the needs of all learners, including those with specific learning differences and neurodiverse needs. This role is fixed-term until 31 March 2027 with a high likelihood of being made permanent. Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week (Monday - Friday). Hybrid - average of 50/50 between home and HMS Collingwood. Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

What you'll be doing:

• Coaching Royal Navy trainers 1:1 and in small groups to plan clearer, more effective lessons
• Supporting trainers to move beyond slides and use active learning (discussion, scenarios, practical exercises)
• Helping build confidence so trainers feel comfortable trying new approaches
• Working with trainers and SMEs to improve lesson plans and curriculum content
• Clarifying key learning points so they are realistic, memorable and easy to apply
• Ensuring training is structured logically, balancing theory, practice and reflection
• Using observation, learner feedback and data to identify what's working and improve delivery
• Supporting trainers to use technology and inclusive approaches that improve engagement for all learners

What we're looking for:

Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications:

• Background in Further or Higher Education, (post 16/Adult) ideally with experience in leadership roles
• Teaching qualification at Level 5 or above
• Strong digital literacy and confident use of IT tools
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and collaborate effectively
• Proven ability to influence others and drive meaningful change
• A proven track record of effective engagement with stakeholders resulting in development and positive change within teaching, learning and assessment

Desirable Skills/Experience/Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the military

About Selborne:

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher – including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we're modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative “one team” approach with the Royal Navy. It's a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise.

What's in it for you:

• Salary up to £45,000
• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks – all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Ability to gain further qualifications and full training given
• Hybrid role between home and HMS Collingwood

Equal Opportunities:

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We're a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website. For general queries, email CPScareers@capita.com.