Training and Development Specialist

SaluteMyJob; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in military communications is seeking a Training and Development Specialist to support the development and delivery of training for a cutting-edge military communications system. This full-time, fixed-term role involves creating training materials, delivering instructor-led training, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Candidates should have experience in Communications and Information Systems and must complete the required instructional techniques course.

Qualifications

• Experience instructing Phase 3 trainees in Communications and Information Systems.
• Ability to operate and maintain a wide range of CIS equipment.
• Good communication skills with Army and civilian colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Develop training design documentation and materials.
• Deliver instructor-led training and conduct pilot courses.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and adapt to evolving needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

CIS Equipment Operation

CIS Training Development

Education

DCTS Defence Instructional Techniques course

Job description

The Role

As a Training and Development Specialist – Military Communications, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. You'll support the development and delivery of training for a cutting-edge military communications system. You'll work collaboratively with BAE Systems to ensure the successful achievement of the TRINITY programme's deliverables and associated requirements.

• Develop Training Design Documentation:Produce formal training statements, individual and collective training objectives, enabling objectives, key learning points, assessment strategies, assessment specifications, learning scalar, and learning specifications.
• Create Training Material and Courseware:Develop presentations, workbooks, self-study tutorials, training instructor guides, student training materials, audio and visual aids, online learning courses, user manuals, applications, quick start guides, and aide-memoires in compliance with JSP822 and other relevant criteria.
• Deliver Instructor-Led Training:Conduct physical delivery of instructor-led training, including testing the training through pilot courses and delivering additional training for test and trials in conjunction with engineering.
• Ensure Compliance with Safety Procedures:Implement and comply with company health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.
• Adapt to Evolving Needs:Perform additional tasks as required to ensure maximum flexibility and meet the company's evolving needs within the job holder's capability, qualifications, and experience.

This fixed-term contract role is full-time, 37 hours per week, and is based on-site at the Christchurch, Dorset offices.

Full-time / Fixed Term Contract until Aug 2026

Essential Experience of the Training and Development Specialist

• Able to instruct Phase 3 trainees in Communications and Information Systems (CIS).
• Able to operate a wide range of CIS equipment.
• Able to configure and maintain a wide range of CIS equipment.
• Able to develop CIS training.
• Good communication skills (written, telephone, and face-to-face) within Army and civilian colleagues and staff at appropriate levels.

Qualifications for the Training Instructor/ Developer

• DCTS Defence Instructional Techniques course or an equivalent qualification is required. Candidates who are not already qualified must be able to successfully complete the course.

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.