Head of Learning and Development

Virtual Bridges; 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 shape the organisational training strategy. This high-impact role involves managing an L&D team, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation in training. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with experience in health or social care sectors, passionate about nurturing talent and enhancing service quality.

Benefits

Life insurance

24/7 access to virtual health services

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression pathways

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.
• Ability to travel across service locations; a full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the organisation-wide learning and development strategy.
• Manage the L&D team and oversee training delivery across multiple locations.
• Ensure compliance with sector standards and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate training outcomes and report on impact.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Training delivery

Leadership development

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Innovation in training design

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Overview

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.

About The Role

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.

Key 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.

Essential Criteria

• 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 Include

• 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.