Learning and Development Facilitator (RSP Project)

NHS; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Bristol is seeking a Learning and Development Facilitator to deliver a program for the Research Systems Programme. Responsibilities include providing strategic learning advice, implementing training strategies, and designing various learning formats. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, experience in e-learning design, and strong communication skills. This role offers a salary range of £31,049 to £37,796 per year, with flexible and remote working options.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in evaluating and measuring service performance.
• Experience in developing bespoke learning platforms.
• Competence in mentoring and delivering webinars.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning and development advice to stakeholders.
• Drive the implementation of the training strategy.
• Design and deliver various training formats for programme objectives.

Skills

Instructional design principles

E-learning design software

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

High computer skills

Education

Degree in relevant subject or equivalent experience

CIPD Level 5 or similar training

Tools

Articulate

Vyond

Canva

Storyline

Microsoft Office

Camtasia

Job description

Job Summary

The learning and development facilitator will be responsible for the delivery of the programme of learning for the Research Systems Programme (Future IRAS). This post is key to the successful, safe and correct use of Future IRAS for the HRA. The post holder will work closely with the skills and capability manager and manage the digital learning required to support Future IRAS. They are expected to have experience in Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation (ADDIE), instructional design principles and the design, development and delivery of e‑learning.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic capability, learning and development advice and support to staff, managers, teams, change programmes and external stakeholders. Facilitate a culture where professionalism is valued and support people delivering services in health and social care research. Drive the implementation of the training strategy across the HRA landscape, analysing core IT skills, existing training requirements and the correct learning methodologies (70/20/10). Design and deliver face‑to‑face, self‑paced, webinar and interactive e‑learning to meet programme objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience in learning and development/digital learning design.
• Qualification in e‑Learning design (Articulate, Vyond, Canva, Storyline) or proven use of these tools.
• CIPD Level 5 or further training or significant learning & development experience.
• Experience evaluating and measuring the performance of services and stakeholder management.
• High computer skills with Microsoft Office, Excel and learning software (Articulate, Camtasia).
• Competence in developing bespoke learning platforms, technology and databases within HRAs.
• Knowledge of information governance structures in HRA and nationally.
• Proven experience working collaboratively in a team to meet key performance criteria and deliver multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong communication skills: persuasive, influential and able to manage contentious issues.
• Capacity to mentor colleagues and deliver webinars/live training to large audiences.
• Expertise in creating robust, quality‑assured online or blended learning journeys using up‑to‑date software and technical solutions.
• Analytical skills for quantitative and qualitative data, including performance metrics.
• Excellent organisation, prioritisation and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Desirable

• Skill in conveying difficult messages to senior external stakeholders.

Employer and Logistics

Health Research Authority – Bristol
Temple Quay House, 2 The Square, Temple Quay, Bristol, BS1 6PN
Band 5 – £31,049 to £37,796 a year – Fixed term (19 months). Full‑time, flexible and home/remote working.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications representing the rich diversity of our community and are committed to an inclusive workplace that values diversity.