Learning and Development Assistant - Digital Learning

NHS National Services Scotland; Irvine; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service is seeking a Learning and Development Assistant - Digital Learning to support the design and implementation of e-learning programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital learning systems, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to providing value in training initiatives. The role offers the flexibility of hybrid work, based primarily at Ayrshire Central Hospital in Irvine.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Good understanding of adult learning theories.
• Experience in digital e-learning design and implementation.
• Ability to provide training and support for learning systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver e-learning programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on eLearning development.
• Support users of learning management systems.

Skills

Knowledge of adult learning theories

Communication skills

Innovative mindset

Familiarity with LearnPro

Tools

LearnPro

Turas learn management system

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

This post is only open to members of staff within NHS Ayrshire and Arran’s Learning and Organisational Development team.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning and Development Assistant - Digital Learning based at Ayrshire Central Hospital.

What you will do:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is looking for a highly motivated and experience digital e-learning assistant with a strong background in the design, delivery and implementation of e-learning programmes. The role requires someone who is innovative and highly motivated with an excellent knowledge of the LearnPro learning management and course booking systems in addition to the Turas learn management system. The successful candidate will be flexible, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a ‘can do’ attitude, committed to adding value.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

The post holder will have a good understanding of adult learning theories and principles supporting service users in the creation and development of a range of e-learning modules giving advice, guidance, support and training to users of the learning management and course booking systems to ensure the organisation meets its mandatory and statutory training requirements.

The successful applicant will report directly to the Learning and Development Advisor – Digital Lead and work in collaboration with other stakeholders in the development of eLearning and the use of Learning Management Systems .

Hours:

37 per week.

Whilst this post is based at the training centre at Ayrshire Central Hospital - Irvine, the post holder may be required to work across all sites with scope for some hybrid/home working. The normal shift pattern for this post is 09:00 – 17:00 hrs Monday to Thursday 09:00 and 16:30hrs Friday.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact David Black - [e-mail]

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

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