Learning Management System Adviser

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL; Great Bricett; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a skilled individual to lead the implementation of a new Learning Management System (LMS). The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, delivering training sessions, and aligning the LMS with the organization's broader learning strategy. Candidates should have proven experience with LMS, a passion for innovation, and a collaborative mindset. The position offers competitive leave and pension benefits, flexible working options, and various career development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 29 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme membership

Health and wellbeing benefits

Training opportunities

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with Learning Management Systems.
• Qualifications per Job Profile Pack.
• Track record of successfully introducing new systems.
• Desire to make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Learning Management System (LMS).
• Deliver engaging training sessions on LMS usage.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs.
• Analyze data to support continuous improvement.
• Align LMS with broader learning strategy.

Skills

Experience with Learning Management Systems

Collaboration

Innovative mindset

Analytical skills

Job description

Are you ready to be part of something transformative? This is a brand-new and exciting opportunity to help shape the future of learning and development at SFRS. Based at our state-of-the-art training centre in Wattisham, you'll join a passionate and close-knit team of Learning and Development professionals who are committed to innovation and excellence.

We are looking for a confident, creative, and forward-thinking individual to lead the implementation of our new Learning Management System (LMS), working closely with our chosen external partner. This role is pivotal in modernising how we deliver training and development across the service.

What you will be doing:

• Collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation to understand training needs and recommend how content should be structured within the LMS.
• Delivering engaging training sessions to staff on how to use the LMS and providing ongoing support and troubleshooting.
• Running reports and analysing data to support our culture of continuous improvement.
• Working closely with the wider Learning and Development team to align the LMS with our broader learning strategy.
• Reporting to the Organisation Development Partner and collaborating with the learning and development team delivering the SFRS learning offer in conjunction with Suffolk County Council and other programmes of work to meet service needs.

Qualifications and experience

• Proven experience working with Learning Management Systems.
• The qualifications outlined in the Job Profile Pack (JPP).
• A passion for innovation and a track record of successfully introducing new systems.
• A collaborative mindset and a desire to make a real impact.

Diversity and Equality

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).

Benefits

• Up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days.
• Membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits.
• Performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost‑of‑living pay increase.
• Training and encouragement to expand your knowledge.
• A variety of career development opportunities across our organisation.
• Diverse and active staff networks.
• Flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day.

Applying

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

Step 3 - Complete the Supporting Statement template answering the following questions (no more than 250 words per question):
Question 1: Please describe your experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS). What platforms have you worked with, and what tasks did you typically perform?
Question 2: What experience do you have managing course content, tracked learner progress, or generated reports within an LMS? What kind of data or insights did you work with?

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Disability confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.