Head of Learning and Development

Brook Street Social Care; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of social care services is seeking an experienced Head of Learning and Development to lead its training strategy. The role focuses on empowering staff and ensures service quality through creative learning approaches. You will manage a dedicated L&D team and collaborate with leadership to drive effective training delivery across various locations in the UK. This position offers the chance to influence and innovate within a values-driven organization.

Benefits

Life insurance

24/7 access to virtual health services

Employee Assistance Programme

Clear pathways for career progression

Recognition and reward schemes

Refer-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating training programmes.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing an L&D function.
• Knowledge of care sector training requirements and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to travel across service locations; a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing the organisation-wide learning and development strategy.
• Managing the L&D team and overseeing training delivery across multiple locations.
• Ensuring compliance with sector standards and regulatory requirements.
• Driving innovation in training design, including digital learning solutions.
• Partnering with operational teams to embed learning into daily practice.
• Evaluating training outcomes and reporting on impact.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Training delivery

Leadership development

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Compliance with sector standards

Innovation in training design

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Your Hippo

Job description

Head of Learning and Development

Location: Hybrid (home-based with travel to service locations including West Midlands, Gloucestershire, and the North West)

Salary: 50,000 - 55,000 per annum

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

A leading provider of social care services is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Learning and Development to lead its organisational training strategy. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on empowering staff, enhancing service quality, and embedding a culture of continuous learning across the organisation.

Overview

As Head of Learning and Development, you will shape and deliver a comprehensive learning strategy that supports professional growth and regulatory compliance. You will lead a dedicated L&D team, collaborate with operational leaders, and ensure that all staff are equipped with the skills and confidence to provide exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing the organisation-wide learning and development strategy
• Managing the L&D team and overseeing training delivery across multiple locations
• Ensuring compliance with sector standards and regulatory requirements
• Driving innovation in training design, including digital learning solutions
• Partnering with operational teams to embed learning into daily practice
• Evaluating training outcomes and reporting on impact

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in training delivery and leadership development, ideally within health or social care settings. The ideal candidate will be passionate about nurturing talent and driving quality through effective learning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating training programmes
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing an L&D function
• Knowledge of care sector training requirements and regulatory frameworks
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS); familiarity with Your Hippo is advantageous
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to travel across service locations; a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required

What’s on Offer

This is a leadership role with real influence and scope for innovation. You'll be joining a values-driven organisation committed to care, quality, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Life insurance
• 24/7 access to virtual health services, including GP and mental health support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with wellbeing resources
• Structured rota and overtime opportunities
• Clear pathways for career progression and professional development
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Refer-a-friend bonus

Ready to lead the future of learning in care?
Apply now to take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact.