Learning and Development Manager

Job Title: Learning & Development Manager (Children & Young People)

Responsible to: Directors

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £50,000

Location: On the road - Travel required

We are seeking an experienced Learning and Development Manager to lead our efforts in enhancing employee skills, promoting a positive work culture, and ensuring compliance with essential training initiatives and delivery of training.

5ab Care is a Children's Residential Care provider supporting vulnerable young people across the country. 5ab Care is offering the opportunity to be a part of a morals-based, ethical organisation that is growing organically.

Essential Criteria:

1. Proven experience as a Learning and Development Manager and experience delivering training in a similar setting
2. Comfortable with designing and delivering various training methods including e-learning
3. Strong understanding of learning methodologies and learning principles
4. Familiarity with PACE and PRICE training
5. Knowledge of safeguarding regulations and best practices
6. Experience in designing and delivering managerial training programs
7. Excellent communication and presentation skills

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement a comprehensive learning and development strategy aligned with organisational goals and objectives
2. Drive initiatives that support the continuous improvement of employee skills and competencies
3. Design and delivery of training including but not limited to: PRICE, PACE, Safeguarding, First Aid, self-injury, trauma and attachment
4. Design and facilitate leadership and management training to support our leaders in their development
5. Training needs analysis - working with our managers and internal teams to assess gaps and tailor learning programmes and specific requirements
6. Stay abreast of emerging learning technologies and recommend innovative solutions to enhance training delivery
7. Utilise existing e-learning platforms and other digital tools to optimise the learning experience

Benefits:

1. Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to expert advice and compassionate guidance
2. Exclusive discounts and deals through Wellbeing Solutions – Cinema, shopping, days out and more!
3. Private Healthcare scheme – private GP, dentist and optician cashback, therapies, health assessment and outpatient
4. Competitive salary package up to £50,000 per annum
5. Eyecare vouchers
6. Cycle to work scheme
7. Service bonus at 2 years, 5 years and 8 years of service up to £500
8. Free DBS check
9. Blue light card
10. Referral bonus scheme
11. Gifts for birthdays, wedding and new baby
12. Company social events
13. Electric car scheme
14. Refer a Friend bonus scheme

5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.