Training Coordinator (Maternity Cover – Up to 9 Months)

MSV Housing Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A housing association in Manchester is seeking a Training Coordinator for maternity cover (up to 9 months). This role involves coordinating training sessions and maintaining records. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and experience in training or HR support is desirable. This position offers a monthly salary between £26,870 and £29,056, along with flexible working options and various benefits.

Benefits

33 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions

Company funded health cash plan

Enhanced sick pay up to 3 months full pay

Wellbeing support including counselling

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a training or HR support role is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule internal and external training sessions.
• Maintain training records and monitor compliance.
• Liaise with trainers, venues and attendees to ensure smooth delivery.
• Support the development of training materials and communications.
• Provide reporting and insights on training activity.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

ICT systems use

Microsoft Office

Collaborative mindset

Proactive attitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Training Coordinator (Maternity Cover Up to 9 Months)

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Closing date: 3rd October 2025

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to step into the role of Training Coordinator on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave for up to 9 months.

About the Role

As Training Coordinator you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of our learning and development programmes. You’ll work closely with internal colleagues and external providers to ensure training runs smoothly, records are maintained accurately and our people access to the resources they need to grow and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule internal and external training sessions
• Maintain training records and monitor compliance
• Liaise with trainers, venues and attendees to ensure smooth delivery
• Support the development of training materials and communications
• Provide reporting and insights on training activity

Who We’re Looking For

• Has excellent organisational and communication skills
• Is confident using ICT systems and Microsoft Office
• Enjoys working collaboratively across teams
• Has a proactive can‑do attitude and attention to detail
• Previous experience in a training or HR support role is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Flexibility on where you work with home working kit provided
• 33 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and a holiday a buy scheme
• Company pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions
• Company funded access to a health cash plan (optical, dental, etc.)
• Enhanced sick pay with up to 3 months full pay and 3 months half pay
• Health and wellbeing support including an employee assistance programme, free counselling, mental health first aiders and numerous wellbeing initiatives
• Life assurance subject to being a member of our company pension scheme
• Learning and development to support you to develop the skills you need to fulfil your role and progress in your career
• Commitment to equality and inclusion with employee network groups covering anti‑racism, LGBTQ, disability and long‑term health conditions, carers and menopause

Equality and Inclusion

MSV is committed to equality and inclusion. All applications are scored against the essential criteria of the role; however we encourage candidates to submit an amended CV if they can do so. We also support work‑life balance, flexible working options and wellbeing support for all colleagues.

Company

We own and manage almost 9,000 homes across Greater Manchester, Lancashire and West Yorkshire and pride ourselves on being a housing association that delivers a range of housing solutions to the most vulnerable. Our core mission is to deliver and build on the services we provide, embracing social values, equality and inclusion, and focusing on people.

Additional Benefits/Info

• Sick pay scheme: up to three months full pay and three months half pay after one year’s service
• Eye test covered and contribution toward prescription lenses or frames for staff using VDU equipment
• Support helpline: free 24hr/7days telephone support and face‑to‑face counselling where available
• Training in health & safety, mental health first aiders & mental health awareness training
• Cycle to Work scheme

Salary

Monthly salary: £26,870 – £29,056

Employment type: Temporary (fixed‑term up to 9 months)