Senior Training and Development Officer

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government authority in Eastbourne is seeking a creative and organized Senior Training and Development Officer. This role involves leading a team to ensure high-quality training delivery for adult social care. The ideal candidate will possess excellent digital skills and the ability to communicate effectively while managing multiple priorities. This is a meaningful opportunity to impact local care services.

Benefits

Diverse benefits package

Opportunity for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in training and development.
• Ability to manage and lead a team effectively.
• Experience using digital platforms for training delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic team for training and development.
• Manage the East Sussex Learning Portal.
• Collaborate with partners for effective training delivery.
• Enhance administrative functions of the team.
• Innovate learning programs.

Skills

Creative thinking

Organizational skills

Digital and IT skills

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Job description

Job Description

Are you a creative, organised, and forward-thinking professional with a passion for learning and development?

We're looking for a dynamic Senior Training and Development Officer to join our busy and supportive Training Team within Adult Social Care and Health (ASCH). This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, helping ensure that our workforce has access to high-quality training that supports excellent care for East Sussex residents.

In this varied and rewarding role you will:

• Lead a small, dedicated team with energy and vision
• Use your digital and IT skills to manage and improve the East Sussex Learning Portal
• Collaborate with colleagues and partners to ensure smooth delivery of our training offer
• Oversee and enhance the team's administrative functions
• Bring creativity, innovation, and leadership to our learning programmes

We're seeking someone who:

• Is proactive, detail-orientated, and thrives on responsibility
• Communicates effectively with a wide range of people
• Is confident juggling multiple priorities while maintaining high standards

Join us in shaping a skilled and confident social care workforce that delivers exceptional service to our community.

Apply today and be part of something meaningful.

To apply for this role, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.

Please download the Job Description & Person Specification for more information.

Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams. The interview date is planned for 3 October. If invited to interview you are unavailable on this date, let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.

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We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Amelia Culshaw, Training Manager [e-mail] or Sara Lewis, Head of Service. Sara Lewis: [e-mail]

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Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.