Mandatory Training Lead

NHS Jobs; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Mandatory Training Lead to direct statutory, mandatory and essential skills training across UHD. The role provides strategic and operational leadership for mandatory training, Trust Induction and non-clinical education programmes, ensuring compliance with NHS standards and governance requirements.

The post holder will manage education systems, monitor training compliance, analyse performance data and produce reports for senior

Responsibilities

• Lead the Trust's statutory and mandatory training agenda.
• Design, deliver and evaluate training programmes.
• Monitor training completion rates and implement improvement plans.
• Quality assure training content, delivery and learning outcomes.
• Lead the management and development of the Oracle Learning Management (OLM) system.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Training compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Oracle Learning Management (OLM)

Job description

The Mandatory Training Lead is responsible for leading and managing the Trusts statutory, mandatory and essential skills training programmes across University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (UHD). The role ensures that all employees receive the training they need to work safely, effectively and in line with NHS and Trust requirements. The post holder provides both strategic and operational leadership for mandatory training, Trust Induction and non-clinical education programmes. They are responsible for maintaining compliance with national standards, governance requirements and the Core Skills Training Framework, helping to ensure the Trust has a safe, competent and well-trained workforce. The role also involves managing education systems, including the Oracle Learning Management (OLM) system, monitoring training compliance, analysing performance data, producing reports for senior leaders, and leading service improvements. As a senior member of the BEAT Education Team, the post holder works closely with managers, subject matter experts, external partners and stakeholders across the Trust and the wider Dorset health system. The Mandatory Training Lead directly manages education staff, oversees the delivery and quality of training programmes, develops policies and procedures, and ensures training services remain effective, accessible and aligned with organisational priorities.

Main Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Lead the Trust's statutory and mandatory training agenda.
• Manage Trust Induction and Essential Core Skills training programmes.
• Line manage the Non-Clinical Educator, OLM Lead and Education and Training Coordinators.
• Provide leadership and support to the wider Education and Training team.
• Deputise for senior colleagues when required.

Training and Compliance

• Ensure the Trust meets statutory and mandatory training compliance targets.
• Design, deliver and evaluate training programmes.
• Monitor training completion rates and implement improvement plans.
• Quality assure training content, delivery and learning outcomes.
• Ensure staff have the knowledge and skills required by Trust policies and NHS standards.

Education Systems and Reporting

• Lead the management and development of the Oracle Learning Management (OLM) system.
• Maintain accurate training records and compliance data.
• Produce reports, audits and performance information for senior management.
• Use data analysis to identify risks, trends and training needs.

Service Improvement and Strategy

• Support delivery of the Trust's Education and Training Strategy.
• Lead service improvement projects and implement new initiatives.
• Develop and review policies, procedures and standard operating processes.
• Ensure training programmes align with local and national priorities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work with clinical and non-clinical teams across the Trust.
• Collaborate with external training providers and educational organisations.
• Chair and attend meetings, working groups and governance forums.
• Provide expert advice on mandatory training and compliance matters.

Quality and Governance

• Monitor changes to NHS legislation, guidance and training requirements.
• Ensure training programmes meet governance and regulatory standards.
• Conduct audits and quality assurance activities.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion within all training programmes.

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust