Training Support Administrator

Capita plc; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transformation company is seeking a full-time Training Support Administrator in Ovingdean, UK. This fixed-term role, until March 2027, involves maintaining training resources and databases for the Royal Navy. Candidates must possess strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, along with administration experience. The position offers flexible benefits, onsite facilities, and the opportunity to contribute to military education modernization. UK Security Clearance eligibility is required.

Benefits

Flexible benefits including extra leave purchase

Onsite secure parking

Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Demonstrable proficiency in using IT including strong Excel skills.
• Good administration skills necessary.
• Experience of using, storing, managing data, etc.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and schedule course templates in TAFMIS.
• Meet with instructors to map classrooms for training systems.
• Timetable courses and manage resource allocation.
• Maintain resource structures in TAFMIS for training delivery.
• Produce course timetables for SharePoint upload.
• Occasional travel to meet with instructors.

Skills

Proficiency in using IT

Strong Excel skills

Good Administration skills

Experience in managing data

Job description

Training Support Administrator

Fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027

Full-time role - 37.5 hours a week

HMS Collingwood, Portsmouth

up to £28,000 depending on experience

Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

Working within a team looking at Operational Modernisation of training in the Royal Navy you will help keep training courses and resources up to date in the system, making sure they match approved Defence training standards. The Operational Modernisation team is responsible for looking at the modernisation of the databases used to plan & schedule lessons for RN training.

What you’ll be doing

• Create, update, and schedule course templates in TAFMIS
• Meet with instructors to map classrooms to be built into the training systems
• Timetable courses and manage resource allocation to ensure training runs smoothly and meets requirements.
• Maintain consistent resource structures within TAFMIS to support uniform training delivery.
• Produce course timetables for automatic upload to the Selborne SharePoint Business Information Portal.
• Occasional travel to other sites to meet with Instructors

What we’re looking for

Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications

• Demonstrable proficiency in using IT including strong Excel skills
• Good Administration skills
• Experience of using, storing, managing data etc

Desirable Skills/Experience/Qualifications

• Experience of Training Planning, support processes and systems.
• An understanding of TAFMIS applications and their synergies in the planning process.
• Knowledge of JPA.

About Selborne

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12‑year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher – including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we’re modernising military education with cutting‑edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative “one team” approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita

What’s in it for you?

• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks – all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Full training given

Unlock Your Potential with Capita

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You’ll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward‑thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth – offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose

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Equal Opportunities

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