Overview of the job
• This is a trainer role, based within MoJ People & Capability - Prison Learning Design & Delivery Team.
• The job holder will be responsible for delivery of approved training to HMPPS and external customers and is integral to delivering high quality provision and consistent standards of learning across training delivery. They will contribute to the associated development of new and existing products and resources.
• This is a regionally/nationally based position.
• If this is for a Foundation Training role, there is a requirement for you to be currently serving as an Operational Prison Officer Band 3 to 5.
• If this is for a Foundation Training role, including the delivery of Use of Force, the relevant instructor qualifications must be held and in date.
• If the postholder has previously completed a secondment with PLD&D, they may be subject to dual workplace arrangements. This will be thoroughly explored with the MOJ tax centre of expertise and Deputy Director. Tax implications will be communicated to the individual at the offer stage if applicable.
Summary
• This is a Band 5 role either within Operational Training or
Foundation Training, with no line management responsibilities.
• The purpose of this role is to deliver a range of learning services that build workforce capability in line with the strategic training
plan objectives and ensure that all quality assurance procedures and requirements are met.
• Working alongside PLD&D colleagues and Awarding Bodies where applicable, the job holder will ensure that they deliver a standardised high-quality learning offer.
• The jobholder will be responsible for assessing the capability of learners through approved processes and be accountable for ensuring they work collaboratively and appropriately within the PLD&D Operating Model providing products and services.
• The job holder is responsible for the delivery of and contribution to the design of innovative learning products, embedding and evidencing best practice to promote continuous improvement and development of people capability.
• The jobholder will undertake compliance activities in line with the PLD&D Quality Strategy to evidence the delivery of a learner centric experience. They will be responsible for ensuring that their delivery of training adheres to the requirements of the robust internal and external (where applicable) quality assurance processes, evidencing effective and impactful delivery.
• The job holder is responsible for maintaining their own professional development activities, to build their knowledge and skills, in order to contribute to an innovative, modern learning delivery experience.
• The individual is required to work collaboratively with colleagues across PLD&D. They will be expected to make decisions within
the defined limits of existing policies, procedures and processes, referring up to the Line Manager as required.
• They will be encouraged to offer workable solutions to ensure the smooth delivery of training.
• They will have a direct impact on the performance of their area of the organisation through their delivery role and their specialist knowledge and expertise.
• They will have influence on improving delivery output, raising the quality of service, building the capability of learners and enhancing organisational credibility.
Responsibilities, Activities and Duties
The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:
• Deliver a portfolio of business specific training programmes in accordance with the delivery schedule, embracing innovative delivery modes and methodologies and creating the best learner centric experience.
• Continual assessment of the impact of learning on an individual’s knowledge, skills and behaviours using specified criteria (including those identified by relevant Awarding Bodies), through formative and summative methodologies, ensuring that these, are at all times fair, objective and evidence based.
• Create an effective and engaging learning environment in which individuals feel safe, supported and encouraged.
• Ensure that the needs of individual learners are met by embedding diversity and inclusion considerations throughout all aspects of training delivery.
• Manage the pastoral needs of learners through support and signposting protocols.
• Produce, adhere to and update schedule of learning and lesson plans to evidence planning, assessment, achievement of learning outcomes and evaluation.
• Responsible for recording, and reporting on an individual’s performance, development and attendance, completing end of course paperwork as appropriate.
• Actively contribute to the quality assurance strategy and evaluation of training delivery, supporting the continuous improvement of the PLD&D learning offer.
• Responsible for updating training databases and learning management systems as required.
• Responsible for maintaining and recording their own professional development activities including self-reflection.
• Responsive to developmental feedback and other learning opportunities.
• Maintain operational and specialist subject knowledge, including both legislation and MOJ / HMPPS policies.
• Maintain operational status by undertaking mandatory requirements with prescribed timeframes, for example Use of Force and RPE.
• Contribute to the development of learning products, working collaboratively with PLD&D colleagues and stakeholders as required.
• Responsible for personal compliance to all
PLD&D/HMPPS/MOJ (where applicable) policies and protocols including the accurate and timely completion of all relevant administrative requirements.
Leadership and Management
Collaborative working – working across functional and organisational boundaries, representing PLD&D professionally and consistently. Management of resources – be mindful of how you use resources, always ensuring best value for money and efficient use.
Act as a role model displaying behaviours in accordance with the PLD&D/MoJ values and behaviours.
Actively encourage and support all colleagues. Continually develop yourself through CPD.
PLD&D Operating Model
To achieve the PLD&D Vision, an overarching strategy will include setting and implementing the direction for design and digital learning, governance and assurance, continuous improvement, enablement and
delivery of learning. All PLD&D staff members are expected to contribute appropriately to the successful delivery of the strategy. Challenge conventional ways of thinking; promote the PLD&D operating model and new ways of working and encourage a culture of learning and continuous development across the organisation. PLD&D is committed to delivering a high-quality learning service and expects all staff to strive for excellence in their function.
Values
Proactively promote and model the values and behaviours and embed the organisational mission and vision of PLD&D.
Support the wellbeing of our PLD&D family by making it a priority, ensuring that wellbeing is at the forefront of our conversations and interactions.
General
The duties/responsibilities listed are not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder.
Behaviours
• Communicating and Influencing
• Managing a Quality Service
• Developing Self and Others
• Working Together
• Making Effective Decisions
Essential Experience
• Strong organisational, planning, time management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation and public speaking skills.
• Customer focused approach to service delivery.
• Proficient in relevant MS-Office Applications.
• A driving license is desirable; however, applications from candidates who are confident they can travel to delivery venues using public transport will also be considered.
Technical Requirements
• Formal training qualifications are desirable but not essential
• The individual must be prepared to work towards obtaining the relevant qualifications for the role if applicable.
Ability
• Written English
• Spoken English
• IT Skills
Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances
Training is delivered Monday-Friday (including Bank Holidays) and may require working unsociable hours. All applicable HMPPS allowances will remain in place.
