L&D Advisor

National Foundation for Educational Research; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

42 days annual leave

10% employer pension contributions

Enhanced maternity/parental leave

Hybrid work setup

Office in The Mere, Upton

Job summary

NFER is seeking a Learning & Development Advisor on a 12-month fixed-term contract to lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of training across the organisation. The role supports onboarding, CPD, and our work experience/internship programmes, while promoting inclusive learning practices.

You'll work under the Head of HR in a hybrid setup, with a weekly in-office day at The Mere, Upton. Competitive pro rata salary (£37k–£43k) and generous leave are included.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, delivering and evaluating training and development programmes.
• Strong facilitation skills for virtual and in-person workshops.
• Ability to develop onboarding and CPD initiatives.
• Experience coordinating work experience and internship programmes.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate training programmes aligned with organisational goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous professional development (CPD).
• Facilitate engaging virtual and in-person workshops.
• Lead onboarding and compliance training initiatives.
• Develop and support early careers programmes to nurture talent.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address training needs.

Skills

Curriculum design

Facilitation

Blended learning

Stakeholder engagement

CPD culture

E-learning tools

Job description

Shape the future: join us as an L&D Advisor (FTC) at NFER

Are you passionate about helping people learn, grow and achieve their potential?

We're looking for an enthusiastic we're looking for a Learning & Development Advisor to join our HR Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover).

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering NFER's learning and development agenda, supporting colleagues across the organisation to build the skills, knowledge and confidence they need. You'll also help establish our work experience and internship programme, creating opportunities for future talent whilst supporting NFER's social value commitments.

Salary: Full-time equivalent salary £37,000 to £43,000 per annum pro rata (depending on experience)

Annual Leave: Enjoy 42 days off each year: 30 days' annual leave pro rata, 4 paid closure days and 8 bank holidays.

Pension Contributions: 10% employer contributions

Family Support: Enhanced maternity/parental leave and paid compassionate leave

Flexible Working: Hybrid setup with 1 day a week in our office at The Mere, Upton, with easy access to Windsor, Maidenhead, Reading, the Elizabeth Line and the M4. Part-time (80%) with the weekly hours worked over 4 or 5 days.

JOB DESCIPTION

As the Learning and Development (L&D) Advisor, you’ll support our organisational goals by designing, implementing, and evaluating training and development programmes that build our workforce's skills and knowledge.

Working under the direction of the Head of HR this role uses our established commitments to learning and training curriculum to meet business needs through targeted learning interventions and to foster a culture of continuous professional development (CPD).

Additionally, the role will support the establishment of our work experience and internship programme, working with third parties. It will also ensure effective onboarding practices, coordinate activities that promote an inclusive culture, and oversee our essential learning curriculum.

We have taken substantial steps over the last 24 months to build our L&D offering but there is more to do. Our workforce, made up of employees and associates, is fundamental to our organisation, so we are looking for someone who can support us in continuing this journey and ensure we have the right skills to meet modern-day business demands.

Key responsibilities

• Implement innovative learning programmes to align with organisational goals and design training in line with NFER training curriculum.
• Promote a culture of continuous professional development (CPD).
• Facilitate engaging virtual and in-person workshops.
• Lead onboarding and compliance training initiatives.
• Develop and support early careers programmes to nurture talent.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address training needs.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Experience in coordinating, designing, delivering, and evaluating high-quality and engaging online and blended training programmes.
• Excellent facilitation skills, with experience of delivering workshops in both virtual and in-person environments.
• Demonstrates creativity and resourcefulness in problem-solving.
• Consistently organises tasks effectively.
• Excels in communicating and building relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to quickly understand new information and concepts and effectively translate them into tailored learning materials and resources.
• Eagerness and capability in learning new digital tools and systems.
• Experience using e-learning authoring tools
• Effectively coaches and motivates individuals and teams.

Other roles you may have experience of include: training manager, learning coordinator, eLearning designer, coach, L&D coordinator, L&D administrator.

WHY NFER?

At NFER, we are recognised globally for providing trusted research, resources and insights that drive meaningful change. By joining us, you’ll contribute to a mission that prioritises impact over profit, working in an environment where collaboration, flexibility, and inclusion are valued.

What we offer

• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance from day 1.
• The chance to make a real difference in the education sector.

APPLICATION PROCESS

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Shortlisting will be ongoing.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments, alternative document formats or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to contact us at [e-mail]. Further details can also be found in the Job Information Pack.

If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to a role that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.