Training and Induction Manager

NHS; Worthing; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust in Worthing is seeking a dedicated individual to lead the development and implementation of education and training initiatives. The ideal candidate will drive strategic planning for new learning programmes and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance core competencies across the Trust. This role offers an opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment, with flexible working arrangements and access to ongoing training.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working hours

Access to ongoing training programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in managing educational programmes.
• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of training frameworks and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning for education and training initiatives.
• Manage the implementation of the Trust Induction Programme.
• Design and evaluate training materials for effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Training Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analysis

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

Post-graduate qualification in relevant field

Training/Teaching qualification or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for someone to lead on the development, implementation and evaluation of innovations that support Education and Training in Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The innovations will enhance and enable learning for all SPFT staff and link to the online Learning Management System (LMS) for essential Mandatory and Statutory Training (MAST).

We need someone to Lead in strategic planning for the introduction of new learning through the Trust Induction Programme and designing and editing of online resources for new starters to deliver best practice, supported through the Trust values and behaviours framework.

The postholder willlead/support theEducation and Training governance infrastructure and deliver to Trust Service Level Agreements, meeting relevant KPIs identified from service workforce plans.

To support at a strategic level the development of the Education and Training Annual Plan.

Main duties of the job

To support the project management of Education and Training initiatives such as the Trust Induction Programme and core training requirements from conception to completion.

Working alongside subject matter experts and key stakeholders at all levels to enhance Trust competencies.

To support the development and delivery of high-quality induction and core training across the Trust.

To inform the development and implementation of the Trust's educational strategies, educational policies and annual training plan.

To enhance the quality of existing programmes, through blended learning approaches and evidence-based evaluation of educational outcomes mapped to the Trust's core values and behaviours framework.

To work as part of an Education and Training team, including the setting of clear objectives and expectations

Undertake line management responsibilities, as appropriate within Education and Training

About us

If you are passionate about training and development and have the skills and experience necessary to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you.

The Education and Training team are part of the wider Workforce Directorate in the trust. They are a small team with bases in East and West Sussex and have several teams/workstreams within the wider team which are Induction, the trust learning management system, MyLearning and Talent Management. They have a wide remit across the trust spanning across the professional and geographical area.

We offer

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Access to ongoing training and development programs.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

Details Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

354-CO-21666

Job locations

Portland House

Richmond Road

Worthing

BN11 1HS

Job description Job responsibilities

• To work to department operational policy, procedures, data systems and strategy, that enable all Trust staff to deliver safe, effective, compassionate care through completion of a programme of core training, ensuring this contributes to business objectives and Trust vision.
• To contribute to the production of and delivery of an annual training plan on behalf of the Education and Training department which is aligned to the vision and objectives of the wider organisation.
• To participate in the delivery of the Skills for Health Core Skills Framework across the organisation, underpinning high levels of MAST training compliance in the Trust.
• To design and deliver programmes of change across the Trust in core training and developmental training for non-clinical staff as required by national and local policy.
• To work closely with and advise the Workforce (HR) directorate to ensure core training is central to the strategic thinking for future workforce plans and staff records.
• To develop and deliver training programmes to satisfy identified needs as necessary, and to access internal and external specialist trainer support as appropriate.
• To input, interpret, analyse, investigate workforce data returns and resolve queries and issues.
• Analysis and responsibility of data entry of Trust Inductiondata, identifying areas for collaboration.
• Work with the Education and Training senior management team, to support all those in the organisation who create and deliver education to review innovative approaches to educational delivery and education.
• To be part of the departments response to core training issues raised within the organisation, and externally, for example, commissioners, and to ensure such issues are properly debated and decided within the Trust, that feedback is given as appropriate and that participation in working groups, joint bodies etc. takes place as appropriate.
• To deliver programmes of training that contribute to high standards of clinical care, informed directly by clinical subject matter experts and people with personal experience of mental health challenges and of using services.

Job description Job responsibilities

• To work to department operational policy, procedures, data systems and strategy, that enable all Trust staff to deliver safe, effective, compassionate care through completion of a programme of core training, ensuring this contributes to business objectives and Trust vision.
• To contribute to the production of and delivery of an annual training plan on behalf of the Education and Training department which is aligned to the vision and objectives of the wider organisation.
• To participate in the delivery of the Skills for Health Core Skills Framework across the organisation, underpinning high levels of MAST training compliance in the Trust.
• To design and deliver programmes of change across the Trust in core training and developmental training for non-clinical staff as required by national and local policy.
• To work closely with and advise the Workforce (HR) directorate to ensure core training is central to the strategic thinking for future workforce plans and staff records.
• To develop and deliver training programmes to satisfy identified needs as necessary, and to access internal and external specialist trainer support as appropriate.
• To input, interpret, analyse, investigate workforce data returns and resolve queries and issues.
• Analysis and responsibility of data entry of Trust Inductiondata, identifying areas for collaboration.
• Work with the Education and Training senior management team, to support all those in the organisation who create and deliver education to review innovative approaches to educational delivery and education.
• To be part of the departments response to core training issues raised within the organisation, and externally, for example, commissioners, and to ensure such issues are properly debated and decided within the Trust, that feedback is given as appropriate and that participation in working groups, joint bodies etc. takes place as appropriate.
• To deliver programmes of training that contribute to high standards of clinical care, informed directly by clinical subject matter experts and people with personal experience of mental health challenges and of using services.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Post-graduate qualification in relevant field
• Training/Teaching qualification or equivalent
• Management qualification or significant experience in managing a team/department

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Post-graduate qualification in relevant field
• Training/Teaching qualification or equivalent
• Management qualification or significant experience in managing a team/department

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Portland House

Richmond Road

Worthing

BN11 1HS

Employer's website

https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Portland House

Richmond Road

Worthing

BN11 1HS

Employer's website

https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)