At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging training programmes and provide coaching to managers and leaders.
- Company: Join Virgin Active, a leader in wellness and leisure experiences.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, and complimentary gym membership.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with access to exclusive discounts and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through impactful learning and development.
- Qualifications: Experience in delivering leadership training and strong facilitation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About the Role
Virgin Active are committed to changing people's lives for the better through wellness. Our team are dedicated to delivering a unique leisure and relaxation experience throughout all our clubs. All our team members pride themselves on incorporating Virgin Active values and ensuring the highest Brand Standards into their work, so our members can experience the finest facilities and service. We take value in recruiting the very best team members who work behind the scenes to support our clubs in delivering a world class member experience. We are looking for a Learning & Development Trainer to join our HR Department on a 12-month Fixed Term basis.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality management and leadership development programmes, facilitating engaging learning experiences both in person and virtually to meet diverse audience needs.
- Create an inclusive and psychologically safe learning environment that encourages participation, reflection, and practical application of learning.
- Provide 1:1 coaching and trusted advisory support to managers and leaders, embedding learning, driving behaviour change, and supporting people management challenges in line with organisational values and best practice.
- Coordinate programme delivery, including scheduling, logistics, attendance tracking, participant communications, and maintenance of up-to-date, relevant learning materials.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with managers, L&D Business Partners, and senior leaders, providing insights and recommendations based on participant progress and development needs.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance programme effectiveness by collecting feedback, ensuring consistently high standards, and staying current with leadership development trends, tools, and best practice.
Qualifications
- Proven experience delivering management or leadership development training, with strong facilitation and presentation skills adaptable to diverse audiences.
- Confident in coaching individuals at different career stages, creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with experience working effectively in fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail, including experience evaluating training effectiveness and impact.
Benefits
- 25 days (excluding bank holidays) annual leave, plus a Celebration Day - and we want you to take them.
- Access to The Peoples Pension, with our contributions at 3%.
- Complimentary Virgin Active membership for you and a buddy. You can also get free membership for your children too, ability to take advantage of our Club V.
- Private Dental and Healthcare Insurance - your physical health is important, and we want you to have access to healthcare should you require it.
- Life Assurance 4x your salary - which we hope you will not need.
- Discounts across Virgin Active - everything from guest passes to 50% off PT sessions.
- Joining Virgin Family gives you access to communicate with colleagues across Virgin Group and many discounts (including Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Holidays and Virgin Media/O2).
- 20% off food and drink at our KAUAI branches located in clubs.
- Salary Finance support including loans, savings plans and personal finance guidance.
- 4 free counselling sessions via BUPA employer assistance programme.
- Partnered corporate letting services with Dexters - meaning no tenant charges.
- Access to ePoints, offering online discounts to retailers.
- Discounts on VA Academy courses, trained by the very best instructors.
Learning & Development Trainer employer: Virgin Active
Virgin Active is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing lives through wellness, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. As a Learning & Development Trainer, you will benefit from comprehensive training programmes, generous annual leave, and access to health and wellness resources, all while being part of a supportive team that values inclusivity and collaboration. With unique perks like complimentary gym memberships and discounts across the Virgin Group, Virgin Active stands out as a rewarding place to build your career.
