Learning & Development Partner - Children's Services

Esland; Sandy; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the health and social care sector is seeking a dedicated Learning & Development Partner to design and deliver impactful training programs. In this role, you will collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure that employees meet all health and social care requirements. You'll have the opportunity to develop expertise in your subject area, promote equality through training, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to grow your career while contributing to a vital mission.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enrolment into pension scheme

Paid induction and ongoing training

Opportunities for career progression

Cycle to work scheme

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Monthly recognition awards

Casual dress code

Discounts via employee benefits scheme

A day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Experience as a trainer in Children’s Health and Social Care.
• Familiarity with qualifications within the Health and Social Care sector.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver health and social care training for employees.
• Manage assessments and evaluations of training sessions.
• Liaise with service providers to meet current needs.

Skills

Knowledge of best practices in Children’s Health and Social Care

Understanding of mandatory subjects and varied learning approaches

Knowledge of learning theories and development best practices

Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Strong numeracy and literacy skills

Effective communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Training or teaching qualification

Job description

Department:

Residential

Employment Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Dove Cottage - Sandy

Reporting To:

Head of Learning & Development

Compensation:

£32,000 - £35,000 / year

Description

Reporting to the Head of Learning & Development, you will be responsible for designing and delivering training to ensure employees are fully trained on all health and social care requirements in line with company and regulatory standards.

Esland adopts a blended learning approach. As a Learning & Development Partner, you will support and contribute to this ethos and its design.

Key Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with the wider people and culture team to design and deliver health and social care training for employees.
2. Ensure smooth execution of training events by being organized, timely, and professional, including:

• Preparing course administration in advance
• Ensuring availability and functionality of equipment and materials, standardized and approved by the group

Manage assessments and evaluations of training sessions, producing reports and recommendations for the Head of Learning & Development.

Maintain accurate records of all courses using HR and Training systems.

Liaise with service providers to meet current and evolving needs.

Stay informed about new legislation and registration requirements relevant to the organization.

Develop expertise in a designated subject area, researching updates and collaborating with external agencies to ensure best practices.

Adhere to health and safety standards and uphold professional integrity in all training activities.

Promote equality and opportunity through training design and delivery.

Embed Esland’s values in all learning activities.

Train colleagues and managers in Train the Trainer workshops to enable them to deliver quality training within standardized frameworks.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Knowledge of best practices, current legislation, and policy trends in Children’s Health and Social Care.
• Understanding of mandatory subjects and varied learning approaches.
• Knowledge of learning theories and development best practices.
• Familiarity with qualifications within the Health and Social Care sector, including RQFs.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Training or teaching qualification.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Previous experience as a trainer in Children’s Health and Social Care.
• Resource management experience.
• Administrative skills, including report writing and record keeping.
• Effective communication skills across various settings.
• Flexible, adaptable, and eager to learn and develop professionally.

Benefits

• Salary between £32,000 - £35,000 per annum.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Enrolment into Esland pension scheme.
• Paid induction and ongoing training, accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training.
• Opportunities for career progression; over 50 colleagues promoted last year.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus.
• Monthly recognition awards.
• Casual dress code.
• Discounts via employee benefits scheme E-Together.
• A day off for your birthday.
• Free stay at a company holiday home in the Peak District.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in a child's life.