LMS eDeveloper in Coventry

Main area Learning and Development Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 18 months (Secondment will be considered for internal candidates – If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday) Job ref 218-AC-B6-8368694

Site University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Town Coventry Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 28/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

The LMS EDeveloper will act as the source of specialist advice and guidance in relation to the Learning Management System.

Be responsible for the system configuration, design, personalisation of the Learning Management System.

Act as the specialist when working with colleagues to develop competency and learning pathways.

Provide guidance and support to colleagues across the organisation in the use of the Learning Management System.

Line Manage the Learning and Development Officer – Digital Apprentice.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates – If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Main duties of the job

• Provide expert advice specifically in relation to the LMS, its use, development and ongoing requirements.
• Responsible for the design, personalisation of the LMS, including the design of competency frameworks on the LMS and the ongoing development of the system to ensure value for money.
• Responsible for working with colleague’s cross technical specialist services e.g. ICT/ESR to ensure the LMS links effectively to other systems within the organisation.
• Responsible for designing, ongoing accuracy and updating of standard operating procedures and instructions for the technical management, design and use of the LMS.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure training meets Trust and NHS policies, and legislation where appropriate.
• Provide expert advice specifically in relation to the LMS, its use, development and ongoing requirements.
• Analyse and identify training need to ensure that learning pathways are created and link directly to individual roles and specialisms.
• Provide LMS system training to appropriate stakeholders to ensure the organisation can utilise the LMS effectively and efficiently.
• Responsible for the design, personalisation of the LMS, including the design of competency frameworks on the LMS and the ongoing development of the system to ensure value for money.
• Responsible for working with colleague’s cross technical specialist services e.g. ICT/ESR to ensure the LMS links effectively to other systems within the organisation.
• Responsible for the reporting management information as required and on a formal basis to Trust Board and other appropriate governing committees.
• Responsible for the introduction of a one-stop help facility for the LMS, including “How To” guides that are fully accessible for all. Supporting users who may have additional support needs to be able to be successful in role.
• Responsible for designing, ongoing accuracy and updating of standard operating procedures and instructions for the technical management, design and use of the LMS.
• Responsible for accurately maintaining records of SoP’s as appropriate in line with Information Governance requirements.
• To contribute to the wider development of the ICT training service through active participation in working parties, committees and audits
• Responsible for Line management of Digital Apprentice.
• Any other duties required on behalf of Learning and Development Services

For further details please see the attached job description.

Qualifications

• National Qualifications Framework Level 2, or equivalent, in English and Maths. (e.g. GCSC Grade A – C) Degree level IT qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience.

Experience

• Significant and demonstrable experience in the design and development of Learning Management System. Demonstrable experience in developing formal reporting tools and information within ICT Systems. Experience in aligning Learning Management Systems with HR related software and applications. Experienced in agile methodologies. Experience of providing specialist customer support and advice to varying levels of staff. Experience development, integration and delivery of processes. Demonstrable experience of leading projects and successfully delivering outcomes.
• Previous experience of working with NHS/ healthcare systems. Previous experience of developing IT Training programmes. Competent in cloud architecture and technologies. Facilitating group events. Experience of working as part of an agile software delivery team. Line Management

Knowledge

• Detailed knowledge of Learning Management Systems and their application. Knowledge of best practice and developments in relation to Learning Management System. Detailed understanding of project methodology and its application. Knowledge and understanding of cloud architecture and technologies. Ability to use knowledge and experience to consolidate information to make appropriate improvements.
• Knowledge of current national trends, issues, training and development requirements relating to the NHS. Detailed working knowledge of IT systems used within the NHS.

Skills

• Ability to communicate with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation. Demonstrates clear analytical skills and a systematic approach to problem solving. Ability to develop positive and proactive working relationships with people at all levels in the organisation. Works collaboratively, making use of the skills, knowledge and experience of others. Focuses on customer needs, experience and satisfaction. Works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way. Able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure to complete required tasks. Able to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities. Welcomes new ideas and initiatives. Able to provide advice and guidance in a sensitive manner Flexible work approach. Excellent organisational skills and able to prioritise workload Able to effectively liaise with internal and external stakeholders Excellent presentation skills Able to use specialist knowledge, judgement and initiative to make sound decisions, provide information and support Work effectively and professionally as part of a team Able to travel to alternative sites

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Evidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)

To ensure that we provide world-class patient care, UHCW recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values and Behaviours in everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and Behaviours which can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.

The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities within the workplace. All vacancies will be considered for Job Share unless otherwise stated. All applicants who have a disability and who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be interviewed. Where a post has an overwhelming response, this Trust may use random selection in order to reduce numbers to interview, any disabled applicants will automatically be guaranteed an interview and will be exempt from this process.

In submitting an application form, you authorise University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you, including Occupational Health data (inoculations and screening tests). This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third‑party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post.

UHCW NHS Trust, by virtue of its Green Plan, is committed to ensuring that the way we provide services minimises the impact on the environment and the future health of the public e.g. zero waste to landfill, reducing our carbon footprint and increasing our recycling and reuse percentages.

If you are successful at interview you will receive a conditional offer of employment and we’ll ask you for information so that we can carry out pre‑employment checks. You must successfully complete all pre‑employment checks to progress to a final unconditional offer.

We must confirm the identity of our staff and their right to work in the United Kingdom. We will ask you to submit proof of your identity and right to work documents via a secure digital platform approved by the Home Office, named TrustID. Alternatively, you may be asked to attend our office with original documents.

Depending on your level of exposure with patients you may be required to undertake a Standard or Enhanced DBS. The cost of this check will be charged to you and will be deducted from your salary over the first 3 months of employment at the current rate.

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