HR Programme Trainer

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA); Swansea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a trained professional to lead a mental health initiative, focusing on improving workplace wellbeing and inclusivity. This role involves designing engaging training programs tailored to address diverse participant needs and reduce stigma around mental health. Strong collaboration with stakeholders is vital to successfully align the training with organizational priorities. Additional flexible work arrangements can be offered, making it a rewarding opportunity with substantial career development prospects.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Access to staff discount portal

Career development support and qualifications funding

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and delivering HR training programmes.
• Ability to adapt training for diverse audiences.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver HR training focused on mental health.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and maintain best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify workforce learning needs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Training delivery

Adaptability

Job description

Are you passionate about improving staff wellbeing and creating a culture where mental health is openly supported?
Do you have the skills to design and deliver impactful HR training that engages diverse audiences and supports organisational priorities?
Are you ready to lead a rewarding programme that shapes organisational culture and promotes inclusivity, resilience, and engagement across the workforce?
If so, we'd love to hear from you!
This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a core mental health programme, shaping wellbeing and engagement across the organisation and supporting our wider people strategy.

Benefits

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
• Access to the staff discount portal.
• Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships etc.
• 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.

Role Overview

The post holder will be responsible for the design, delivery, and evaluation of mental health awareness and wellbeing training programmes, with a particular focus on reducing stigma associated with mental health for staff and managers across the organisation. The role will lead on the Prevail Mental Health Programme, delivering training to all staff, including new starters, and ensuring content remains current, evidence‑based, and aligned with best practice. In addition, the post holder will design and deliver a range of HR training programmes, including leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and attendance management. Training will be informed by organisational priorities and tailored to meet the needs of individual directorates. The role requires close collaboration with stakeholders across the organisation to analyse workforce data, identify learning needs, and develop training solutions aligned with the corporate strategy and strategic people plans. The post holder will also contribute to the development and implementation of the agency‑wide HR People Plan, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and workforce priorities. Through this work, the role supports the organisation's Wellbeing Strategy, promoting a culture of inclusivity, openness and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver HR training, engaging with stakeholders and analysing data to ensure fit for purpose learning and development products.
• Undertake research and source external resources to supplement the training package, considering external trends from other sectors. Work with external partners to maintain up to date knowledge of best practice and in collaboration on training programmes.
• Adapt training to diverse participant needs. Balancing educational objectives with participants wellbeing when delivering sensitive material by embedding safeguarding principles and trauma‑informed practices into the training.
• Evaluate feedback and business data to understand the Reaction, Learning, Behaviour and Results of the learning and development products.
• Visibly role model positive behaviours, leadership, honesty, authenticity and commitment; providing challenge when these are not displayed. Maintaining high levels of confidentiality for sensitive learning content.

Qualifications

• Designing and delivering HR training, working with stakeholders and using data to shape learning that meets organisational needs.
• Analysing and evaluating data to inform decision‑making.
• Adapting training for diverse audiences while delivering sensitive content in a safe, supportive and trauma‑informed way.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills to support organisational priorities and objectives.
• Experience of delivering HR training programmes, including leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and attendance management.
• Ability to work at least 35 hours per week and meet hybrid working expectations.

Working Hours, Office Attendance and Travel

Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non‑contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home‑based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. The expectation at present is a minimum of 60% of your working time a month will be spent at either your designated workplace (one of the locations cited in the advert) or, when required for business reasons, in another office/work location/visiting stakeholders. Occasional travel to other DVLA sites may be required to deliver training. This may involve overnight stays, and advance notice will be provided.

Selection Process

The selection process for this role will be:
Stage 1: Sift of CV and personal statement
Stage 2: Interview and presentation
You must be successful at each stage to progress to the next stage.

Nationality and Immigration

This job is broadly open to the following groups:
• UK nationals
• Nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• Nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• Nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre‑settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• Nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre‑settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• Individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service.

Disability and Reasonable Adjustments

As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non‑visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.

Visa Sponsorship

Please note that we do not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Licence sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. Candidates must ensure they have the appropriate rights to work in the UK before application.

EEO Statement

This position is advertised in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. The DVLA is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

Security and Background Checks

• Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
• People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks.