At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver engaging learning programmes while mentoring training staff.
- Company: Join a leading defence and training provider with a focus on professional development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of training and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Level 4 teaching qualification and experience in learning and development required.
The predicted salary is between 38616 - 46141 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading defence and training provider for a Learning and Development Specialist to support the ongoing development of training staff across the organisation. This role plays a vital part in improving the quality and consistency of training delivery by designing, delivering, and enhancing professional development programmes for internal trainers and associated personnel. The successful candidate will be part of a specialist team responsible for shaping the training capability of the business. The position involves working across technical, behavioural, and leadership development, supporting accredited qualifications, and contributing to quality assurance and compliance processes.
What you'll be doing:
- Design and deliver a range of learning programmes, including accredited qualifications (AET, CET, CAVA, IQA).
- Provide mentoring, support, and coaching to both new and experienced training staff.
- Develop and implement flexible learning solutions using digital tools and blended delivery methods.
- Work with teams to identify training needs and capability gaps.
- Support internal quality reviews and audits, including self-assessment monitoring visits.
- Ensure assessment standards are consistent and aligned with awarding body and regulatory expectations.
- Assist in preparing for inspections (e.g., Ofsted) and support ongoing improvements to training content and processes.
- Work closely with internal contract teams and external stakeholders, including the Ministry of Defence.
- Help maintain accurate staff development records and training matrices.
- Support the implementation of competency frameworks and role-based development plans.
- Ensure all training is compliant with company, customer, and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO9001, DSAT).
- Promote safe, inclusive, and effective training environments.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the wider learning and quality function.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Level 4 teaching qualification (minimum), ideally Level 5.
- Assessor qualification (CAVA) and Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) qualification.
- Strong understanding of training quality standards, including Ofsted and DSAT.
- Demonstrable experience in delivering learning and development within an apprenticeship or commercial training environment.
Key Skills and Attributes:
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Confident in analysing performance data to support development planning.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to high standards of delivery.
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