Salary Circa £40,000 per annum Contract type Fixed Term Location Great Abington, Cambridge CB21 6AD (Agile; approximately 2 days a week from our office)This is a fixed term, 12-months, full time vacancy. The Vacancy

Over the last 3 and a half years the Learning and Development team have built a solid environment to enable our employees to develop their skills, knowledge and experience, add value and drive organisational performance. This development is key to the success of Alzheimer’s Research UK, and we are looking for a dynamic trainer/facilitator or join the L&D team to cover a period of Maternity leave.

The Learning and Development Trainer/Specialist plays a critical role in designing and delivering a broad range of learning and development programmes and catalogue of courses which support and enable individuals. We deliver a wide range of training from Masterclasses, EDI, Values and Culture, Psychometric profiling and Leadership and Development programmes and this is where you will spend approximately 80% of your time. Most of this training is delivered face to face at our offices in Abington Cambridge.

Responsible for the delivery and evaluation of facilitated classroom-based and virtual learning training, this role will help to create an environment of continuous learning and provide opportunities for individual and team development. This role will work closely with the Learning and Development Co-ordinator and will liaise with training venues, manage bookings, and oversee internal data to evaluate training requirements.

As part of the wider HR Team, the Learning and Development Trainer/Specialist will also work effectively as an integral part to the team by providing input and support into the organisational wide initiatives and projects. In addition, the Learning and Development Trainer/Specialist will proactively contribute to the development of policy, processes and procedures, along with providing comprehensive guidance and support across the charity.

If you are passionate about learning, are a credible trainer, have high energy and are motivated working on lots of different projects for one of the best charities in the UK, then we want to hear from you.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract, or on return of the substantive post holder, to cover a period of maternity leave.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work alongside internal stakeholders to deliver and embed a bespoke Leadership Development Programme, Management Development Programme and various Masterclasses which enables employees to build on their skills, knowledge and capabilities and enhances performance at an individual, team and organisational level.
Continue to review, evaluate and build upon the L&D programmes offered, identifying and making recommendations to the Head of Learning & Development to ensure the content remains current and aligned to the strategic direction and business needs.
Provide support in identifying strengths and opportunities to further develop the skills, knowledge and capabilities of individuals and teams. Make recommendations to the Head of Learning & Development which are evidence-based and underpin both the Learning & Development and Organisational strategies.
Foster and develop an embedded culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Training - Design & Delivery:

Create and deliver up to date, engaging and professional training content.
Facilitate and deliver a variety of training programmes to new and existing employees, through face-to-face, hybrid (blended) and virtual learning.
Create and build resources that support our current learning catalogue.
Create, build and manage LinkedIn learning content to support all L&D initiatives.
Research training delivery options and resources including digital / online and hybrid (blended) solutions.
Present learning solutions, logically and with credibility and authenticity, to gain buy-in from stakeholders.
Confidently engage with learners of varying abilities, using a broad range of training methodologies and questioning techniques.
Provide support with a learner’s progress by delivering motivational and developmental feedback.
Manage participation and ensure learning objectives for each training session is achieved.
Use effective coaching skills to encourage learners to define their personal development plans and achieve their learning objectives.

Training - Course Administration:

Work with a variety of internal stakeholders to plan and prepare the implementation of any L&D programmes/courses, including advertising courses and dates, monitoring bookings and taking a proactive approach to increase attendance numbers when they are low.
Complete evaluation mechanisms for learning outcomes including the use of quantitative and qualitative feedback where appropriate.
Working closely with the L&D coordinator and Head of L&D to collate and analyse data from L&D programmes, courses and initiatives, producing reports for key stakeholders, when requested.
Measure and assess all L&D programmes and courses for their effectiveness and business relevance and continually seek ways to improve learning solutions.
As and when required, provide support to the L&D Co-ordinator with the administration of training courses, including diary management and database management.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Learning & Development qualification or experience of working within a Learning & Development environment.
Demonstrable experience in delivery and facilitating a wide range of learning and development initiatives at all levels.
Experience of developing and implementing training programmes/workshops (including designing a variety of learning materials).
Experience of delivering in-person and virtual training to a variety of stakeholders with different learning styles and levels of understanding.
Experience of working with internal and external customers, stakeholders and suppliers.
Excellent communicator, with an ability to build relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels. Demonstrates strong negotiation, influencing and decision-making skills.
Excellent listening skills, receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity and an ability to learn.
Excellent planning and organisational skills, with an ability to work to deadlines and reprioritise work in accordance with the organisational needs.
Strong team player who can work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Credible, authentic and confident presenter and facilitator, with an ability to deliver engaging learning at all levels and adapt style to suit the audience.
Demonstrates a proactive and pragmatic approach and identifies ways to deliver creative and innovative solutions.
Strong attention to detail with an ability to remain calm under pressure.
Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.
Excellent IT skills in PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
Flexibility and willingness to travel to deliver training on site as well as offsite when required.

The closing date for applications is the 13th April 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

The Charity

Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

The Benefits

It is important to offer a range of benefits which are designed to meet both the organisational and individual needs, are market competitive and designed to attract and retain employees.

Holiday entitlement

Healthcare

Sick pay

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Family friendly policies

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