Collective Training Planner

Capita; Warminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Flexible working

Extra leave purchase

Paid volunteering days

Enhanced family leave

Lifestyle discounts

Employee networks

Job summary

Capita is seeking a Collective Training Planner in Warminster to plan and optimise training activity across a major national programme. The role requires UK Security Clearance (BPSS) and a hybrid arrangement with 2–3 days on site.

You will develop schedules, analyse demands, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure readiness and effective use of resources. The position offers a permanent contract, up to £50,000 salary, and opportunities to contribute to training across the British Army through

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in scheduling, planning, or resource management within a complex, data-driven environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and utilise data to inform decisions and optimise scheduling.
• Proficiency in using scheduling and modelling tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across departments.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Ability to produce clear reports, briefings for senior leadership.
• Proactive problem solving and adapting plans to changing demand.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise training schedules to meet readiness and operational requirements.
• Support the delivery and maintenance of the Force Preparation Schedule (FPS).
• Analyse training demands, resource availability and constraints to inform planning decisions.
• Work with stakeholders to resolve conflicts and balance priorities.
• Assess planning options and recommend effective solutions.
• Use scheduling and modelling tools to test and refine plans.
• Monitor delivery, identify risks and adapt schedules to changing requirements.
• Produce reports and briefings, drive continuous improvement and cover Scheduling Lead when required.

Skills

Scheduling

Planning

Resource management

Data analytics

Scheduling tools

Stakeholder comms

Organisational skills

Reporting

Problem solving

Tools

Modelling tools

Job description

Plan, coordinate and optimise training activity that supports operational readiness across a major national programme. As a Collective Training Planner, you'll analyse requirements, balance competing demands and develop practical, data-driven training plans. Working closely with stakeholders, you'll help ensure resources are used effectively, risks are managed and training objectives are successfully achieved.

Job title: Collective Training Planner
Job Description: Permanent role - 37.5 hours a week
Hybrid role with 2 or 3 days a week in Warminster
Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at BPSS level.

What you’ll be doing

Develop and optimise training schedules to meet readiness and operational requirements.

Support the delivery and maintenance of the Force Preparation Schedule (FPS).

Analyse training demands, resource availability and constraints to inform planning decisions.

Work closely with stakeholders to resolve conflicts and balance competing priorities.

Assess planning options and recommend the most effective solutions.

Use scheduling and modelling tools to test, refine and improve plans.

Monitor delivery, identify risks and adapt schedules to meet changing requirements.

Produce reports and briefings, drive continuous improvement and provide cover for the Scheduling Lead when required.

What we’re looking for

• Demonstrable experience in scheduling, planning, or resource management within a complex, data-driven environment.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, interpret, and utilise data to inform decision-making and optimise scheduling processes.
• Proficiency in using scheduling and modelling tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
• Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to produce clear and concise reports, briefings, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Proactive problem-solving skills, with experience in adapting plans to address emerging issues, changes in demand, or shifting priorities.

Desirable Skills/Experience/Qualifications

• Previous experience in a military, defence, or collective training environment.
• Knowledge of Army operational priorities, readiness frameworks, or force preparation processes.

About ACTS (Army Collective Training Service)

The OMNIA® Training consortium brings together five leading UK defence training organisations: Capita, Raytheon, Rheinmetall, Cervus and Skyral. As the British Army’s Strategic Training Partner (STP), OMNIA has a clear mission: to transform collective training over the next 15 years and deliver world-class training for the British Army. Working with the Land Warfare Centre (LWC), OMNIA will schedule, plan, design, deliver and assure collective training across the Army’s Collective Training System (ACTS), while also delivering the Collective Training Transformation Programme (CTTP). This generational opportunity will enable more relevant, challenging and safe training, helping the British Army to fight and win. Central to this mission is the ability to set and measure training performance against requirements, assure operational readiness, and capture associated training and safety risks.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on skills and experience
• 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
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the British Army
• Flexible working
• Unlock Your Potential with Capita.
• At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors.
• We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career.
• Join us and discover a career with purpose.

Who we are (Capita branding)

Capita is an AI-enabled business services partner. We work with organisations across the public and private sectors, helping them deliver better, more efficient services. Every day, millions of people rely on services we support across central and local government and regulated industries. We combine technology, data and AI with the expertise and judgement of our people to help clients solve complex challenges and deliver better outcomes for the people and communities they serve.

Company culture

#CareersWithPurpose Customer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valued

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 [e-mail] or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website. For general queries, email [e-mail].

Location: Warminster , United Kingdom

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent