Learning and Development Assistant - Level 5 Apprenticeship

Lightsource bp; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.

For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.

Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security. Lightsource bp (LSbp) was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

Summary

As a Level 5 Learning & Development (L&D) Assistant Apprentice at Lightsource bp, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to support the delivery of our L&D mission supporting our talent management strategy. This 2 year apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in managing performance by creating and deploying trainings and programmes while studying towards a professional qualification.

Key Responsibilities

Performance management

• Ensure that Learning and Development (L&D) initiatives contribute to and influence improved performance at individual, team, and organisational levels.
• Work with managers to identify training and development opportunities for their teams.

Support the Design and Implementation of a Global Apprenticeship Programme

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to research, design, and implement a scalable global apprenticeship program.
• Benchmark best practices, ensure alignment with regional regulations, and contribute to frameworks that attract, develop, and retain diverse talent across Lightsource bp.

Instructional Design & Digital learning

• Leverage expertise in specific fields to create and deploy trainings in collaboration with leaders and subject matter experts.
• Manage and maintain our LMS, ensuring smooth operation and user support.
• Advise on best practices for instructional design, including blended learning approaches.
• Provide ongoing support to team members, helping them utilise the LMS effectively and share their technical knowledge through our learning platform.

Data and Reporting

• Measure the outcomes and impact of learning interventions to demonstrate return on investment and meet stakeholders’ expectations.
• Collect and analyse talent and learning metrics (e.g., turnover, engagement, career progression, training engagement and completion, digital body language) to identify trends and opportunities.
• Prepare reports and presentations for the P&C team and leadership.
• Prepare reports for internal stakeholders.

Participation in other P&C projects and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to P&C projects such as leadership development programs, workforce planning, and policy reviews.
• Support P&C administrative activities.
• Support Talent Acquisition throughout the recruiting process (from screening to interview).

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources, Talent Management or L&D.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong interest in digital learning and instructional design, with a willingness to learn LMS administration.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and support their learning needs.

Desirable:

• Some experience in HR, recruitment, or a related field (e.g., internships, voluntary work).
• Familiarity with HR tools, systems, or processes is a plus but not essential.

Why you’ll make a great member of the team

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn, with a growth mindset.
• Passionate about people and creating a positive workplace culture.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical thinker with a creative approach to problem-solving.

What You’ll Gain

The Level 5 Learning and Development (L&D) apprenticeship is designed for professionals in training, coaching, and mentoring roles. It supports individuals in delivering and developing effective learning programs while enhancing their skills. Offered by CMS Vocational Training, the apprenticeship uses Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) resources, ensuring alignment with industry standards. Each learner receives guidance from a dedicated tutor, providing insights, goal-setting support, and feedback.

The apprenticeship covers key areas such as organizational L&D strategies, training needs assessment, instructional design, and evaluating training impact. Learners explore learning theories, adult learning principles, and the psychology of learning. The program also focuses on talent development, succession planning, coaching, mentoring, and ethical and legal considerations in L&D.

Learners become CIPD student members and, upon completion, can apply for Associate Membership. The program requires 20% off-the-job learning and includes structured one-on-one tutor visits every five weeks, with milestone review meetings every ten weeks involving the learner, tutor, and line manager. CMS provides extensive online resources, including manuals, e-learning, and assessments. Support is available through webinars, phone, and email, ensuring learning is contextualized to workplace needs and enhancing professional development.

Why you’ll want to work for us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow; a place where your ideas and opinions matter.

Be you

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible

Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.

Be recognized

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.

Be inspired

Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. Initiatives to get involved with including our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project or our sustainability initiatives.

Our Core Values

Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.

If you’re ready to kickstart your career in Talent Management and make a difference in a global, innovative organization, we’d love to hear from you!

https://www.lightsourcebp.com/careers/