Senior Trainer [Operations] can be based at Bristol or Newport Training Centre

Network Rail; West of England, Newport; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension schemes

Rail travel discount

Volunteer or carers leave

Job summary

Network Rail is recruiting a Senior Trainer within the Signalling Operations Training Delivery Team. The role shapes and develops training across the Wales and Western Region, with base at Bristol or Newport Training Centre and occasional national travel.

The position is permanent, 35 hours per week, Band 3.B (£46,701-£63,294). Key responsibilities include delivering diverse training methods, developing trainers, and upholding safety culture and corporate values.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the technical or operational capability relevant to the role.
• Excellent presentational skills.
• Ability to affect a culture change and motivate."
• Ability to demonstrate the management capabilities of developing, planning, thinking, and achieving.
• A background, experience, or qualification in adult learning (e.g. Level 4 in Learning & Development or equivalent).
• Trainers may occasionally cover activities in other training locations.

Responsibilities

• Set the benchmark for excellence in delivery of inspirational technical, safety and behavioural training, assessment, coaching and mentoring.
• Lead, develop and deliver programmes of up-skilling and mentoring of trainers and industry partners.
• Promote a safety-first culture and Network Rail values in all activities.
• Support the development of apprentices including safeguarding checks and NVQ assessments.
• Evaluate and revise training, improve learner journey and trainer capability; represent Training in capability groups.
• Enhance training venues and comply with quality procedures and inspections.
• Deputise for Training Delivery Manager and uphold company processes and values.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Presentational skills

Leadership

Adult learning

Education

Level 4 Learning & Development

Job description

Who We Are

Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

Safe behaviour

is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.

About The Role

A rare opportunity has arisen in our Signalling Operations Training Delivery Team for a Senior Trainer. This exciting role has the chance to shape and develop training within the Signalling Operations world. The role will be pivotal in the team to assist the Training Delivery Manager in managing the development and quality of the training within the Wales and Western Region. This role can be based either at Bristol or Newport Training Centre but with some travel around the region or on occasion nationally to support the development.

• Contract type: permanent
• Hours: Full time 35 hours per week
• Band & Salary: £46,701 - £63,294 (Band 3.B)
• Location: Bristol or Newport Training Centre
• Closing date: 15th November 2026

Main Responsibilities

• Set the benchmark for excellence in the delivery of inspirational technical, safety and behavioural training, assessment, coaching, and mentoring activities. Drive the optimisation of training by using a diverse range of delivery methods including face to face, virtual and digital solutions.
• Be an expert in the training and behavioural development of the most complex railway engineering or operational areas of competence. Lead, develop and deliver programmes of up-skilling and mentoring of trainers and other industry partners to meet the needs of both current and future skills requirements. Achieve NVQ Level 4 Learning & Development within 18 months of appointment.
• Actively foster a safety-first, "No-Unsafe-Acts" culture within employees and actively promote the Network Rail Values at every touch point. As an exemplar of best practice and professional attitude, drive Network Rail corporate messages & behavioural communications into the consciousness of employees. Without exception, always act safely; always promote safety awareness and always demonstrate clear compliance and belief in safety.
• Support the development of apprentices including undergoing relevant safeguarding checks, supporting the assessment of their NVQ's, task books and work-based learning, and provide the additional technical and support sessions required.
• Evaluate and revise training by enhancing the learner journey including improvements to trainer capability levels, materials, assessment, aids and equipment and the wider training environment. Be Network Rail Training's representative at capability development groups and skills forums leading on the development of specific competence areas.
• Enhance training venues, including satellites and local facilities, refining internal quality procedures, external inspections, and work instructions, demonstrating a personal commitment to continuous improvement. Lead the Training Centre's ownership of safety for training assets within the area of expertise.
• Deputise for the Training Delivery Manager, as a Network Rail Manager, always actively support, promote, and enforce company processes, initiatives, messages, policies, whilst actively demonstrating managerial behaviours and values.

What are we ideally looking for?

• Thorough knowledge of the technical or operational capability relevant to the role
• Excellent presentational skills
• Ability to affect a culture change and to motivate and inspire.
• Ability to demonstrate the management capabilities of developing, planning, thinking, and achieving.
• A background, experience, or qualification in adult learning. E.g Level 4 in Learning & Development or equivalent
• Trainers may occasionally be expected to cover activities in other training locations.

What could set you apart?

• Experience of railway maintenance or operations
• An understanding of different learning styles
• Sound knowledge of rules, regulations and working instructions
• Displays attributes of a team player

Please note: The criteria outlined in this advert may reflect unique requirements of this role. Full details of the role's contractual responsibilities, along with the essential and desirable criteria as defined in the attached job description, should be considered alongside this information.

What's in it for you

Here Are a Few Of The Benefits We Offer

• 28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments
• Choice of pension schemes
• 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
• Gym Pass -access to gyms across UK
• My Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discount

Role

Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know and we'll do our best to assist you. Below are some examples of adjustments we can make:

• Changing a provision, practice or 'the way things are done' For example, we can give candidates extra time to complete online, tasks or interviews as needed.
• Changing a physical feature of our workplace For example, office/room layout can be adapted to accommodate individual needs.
• Providing extra equipment or assistance For example, we can provide sign language interpreters and support workers where needed. Alternative document formats can be made available.

There are lots of other adjustments we can consider, please just ask! If you have any questions or would like to speak the Resourcing Team, please contact [e-mail]