Learning Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Balfour; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Learning Assistant to provide vital administrative support within the NHS Orkney team. This part-time role involves coordinating training, managing learning resources, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process for new employees. Ideal candidates will have a positive service-oriented attitude and experience with Microsoft Office systems. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will enhance the learning experience for staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare setting while enjoying a flexible working pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in using Microsoft Office Systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• A positive attitude towards delivering excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Supporting colleagues in using the Learning Management System.
• Coordinating and scheduling induction training for new starts.
• Undertaking administrative duties such as ordering and invoicing.

Skills

Microsoft Office Systems

Organizational Skills

Planning Skills

Customer Service

Tools

Learning Management System (TURAS Learn)

Job description

Job Title: Learning Assistant

The Talent and Culture Team is seeking a Learning Assistant to join our team based at The Balfour.

Salary and Working Hours

Band 2 £26,234 – £28,350 including Distant Islands Allowance pro rata per annum

Part Time 29.6 hours per week (We are willing to discuss the pattern of working hours)

Contract Details

Fixed Term for 8 months due to Maternity Cover

Role Overview

As a Learning Assistant, you will play a key role in providing administrative support to our colleagues across NHS Orkney, ensuring they can find, access, and complete learning resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting colleagues and trainers in using, navigating, and finding learning content on our Learning Management System (TURAS Learn).
• Coordinating and scheduling induction training for new starts, creating itineraries to map out their training, and meeting new starts during their training weeks.
• Undertaking administrative duties such as ordering, invoicing, electronic-rostering, and monitoring inboxes.
• Extracting reports for the organization and trainers from our Learning Management System (TURAS Learn).
• Answering phones and being the first point of contact for queries, escalating them where appropriate.

Candidate Requirements

• A positive attitude towards delivering excellent service.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office Systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Experience in organizing, planning, and meeting deadlines.

Additional Information

We would be delighted to hear from you!

Interview Date: Thursday 29th of May 2025

This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland Check.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship, and NHS Orkney (NHSO) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).